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Beer & Wine
How Much Wine for a Party?
Quick answer: plan on 2 bottles per guest for a standard 3-hour party. That usually means 4 bottles for 10 guests and 20 bottles for 50 guests.
Elegant choice for dinners and celebrations. A standard bottle serves about 5 glasses, plan for 2 glasses per person.
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Quick Reference: Wine for Common Party Sizes
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Wine Tips for Your Party
- ✓ Offer both red and white options
- ✓ Chill white wine to 45-50°F, serve red at 60-65°F
- ✓ Plan 60% white, 40% red for most events
- ✓ Open red wine 30 minutes before serving
- ✓ Have a corkscrew backup - always
Frequently Asked Questions
How much wine per person?
On average, plan for 2 bottles per person for a 3-hour event. Adjust up for longer events or heavy drinkers.
How many bottles for 20 people?
For 20 people, you need approximately 8 bottles. This assumes a standard 3-hour event with moderate drinking.
What's the cost of wine for a party?
Wine typically costs $10-$20 per bottle. For 20 people, expect to spend $80 - $160.