Nothing kills a party faster than running dry – and nothing clutters your fridge like buying three times too much. Party planners use one simple rule: two drinks per guest in the first hour, then one drink per guest for every hour after that. A four-hour party therefore needs about five drinks per guest.
How to split it
A common starting point is about 40% beer, 30% wine and 30% spirits – adjust it to your crowd.
- Spirits: a 750 ml bottle gives about 16 drinks (45 ml pours); a 1-litre bottle about 22.
- Wine: a 750 ml bottle gives about five glasses.
- Beer: one can or bottle per drink.
- Ice: 0.7–1 kg per guest, more in summer or for cocktails.
- Mixers: about 150 ml per mixed drink.
Quick table for a four-hour party
| Guests | Total drinks | Beer | Wine | Spirits | Ice | Mixers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 50 | 20 cans | 3 bottles | 1 × 1 L | 7–10 kg | 3 L |
| 20 | 100 | 40 cans | 6 bottles | 2 × 1 L | 14–20 kg | 5–6 L |
| 30 | 150 | 60 cans | 9 bottles | 3 × 1 L | 21–30 kg | 8–9 L |
Estimates only – add about 10% as a buffer, and have water and soft drinks for drivers and non-drinkers.
Party checklist
| المنتج | الحجم | نسبة الكحول | السعر (د.أ) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICE Bag _ كيس ثلج | Large, Small | — | 0.5–1 |
| Lemon Slices | — | — | 0.75 |
| WINE OPENER | — | — | 3 |
| G Tonic Water | — | — | 0.75 |
| G Soda Water | — | — | 0.75 |
| Coca cola | — | — | 0.5 |
| Sprite Lemon lime | — | — | 0.5 |
| RED BULL | — | — | 1.8 |
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Ran out halfway through?
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FAQ
How many drinks per person for a party?
Plan two drinks per guest in the first hour and one per hour after that – about five drinks each for a four-hour party.
How much ice do I need for a party?
About 0.7–1 kg per guest, more in hot weather or if you serve cocktails.
How many bottles of wine for 20 people?
Around six bottles if wine is one of several options for a four-hour party.
How many bottles of spirits for 10 people?
One 1-litre bottle usually covers a four-hour party alongside beer and wine.
What if we run out of drinks in Amman at night?
Order from 5mara – we deliver 24/7 across Amman, usually within 30–45 minutes.
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