One of the most common questions couples ask when planning their wedding is how much wine they should order. While every celebration is different, having the right amount of wine ensures guests are well looked after throughout the day, without the worry of running short or being left with excessive quantities afterwards.
From welcome drinks and wedding breakfasts to speeches and evening celebrations, understanding how much wine you’ll need can make planning your wedding drinks feel far more straightforward.
How Many Glasses Are In A Bottle Of Sparkling Wine?
As a guide, a standard 75cl bottle of sparkling wine will typically serve six glasses.
A magnum, which contains the equivalent of two bottles, will serve around twelve glasses and can create a striking centrepiece for wedding receptions and celebrations.
The exact quantity will depend on the length of your reception and whether additional drinks are being served.
How Much Sparkling Wine Do I Need For A Wedding Reception?
For a drinks reception, most guests will enjoy one to two glasses of sparkling wine.
As a general rule:
- 50 guests: 9–17 bottles
- 75 guests: 13–25 bottles
- 100 guests: 17–34 bottles
- 150 guests: 25–50 bottles
- 200 guests: 34–67 bottles
How Much Wine Do I Need For The Wedding Breakfast?
For the wedding breakfast, couples typically allow for half to one bottle of wine per guest. This usually provides enough wine to accompany the meal and speeches while catering for varying drinking preferences amongst guests.
As a guide:
50 Guests
Approximately 25–50 bottles
100 Guests
Approximately 50–100 bottles
150 Guests
Approximately 75–150 bottles
200 Guests
Approximately 100–200 bottles
Should I Order Extra Wine?
It is generally advisable to allow a small contingency, particularly for larger weddings.
An additional 10% can provide peace of mind and ensure there is sufficient wine available should guests consume more than anticipated.
Any unopened bottles can often be enjoyed after the wedding, shared with family, or kept for future celebrations and anniversaries.
Are Magnums A Good Choice For Weddings?
Magnums have long been associated with celebrations and are a popular choice for weddings. As well as creating an impressive visual statement, larger format bottles offer a memorable way to serve sparkling wine during speeches, receptions or evening toasts.
Many couples also choose to keep a personalised magnum as a keepsake from their wedding day.
Choosing The Right Sparkling Wine For Your Wedding
When selecting your wedding wines, it is worth considering the style of celebration you are planning.
A crisp vintage sparkling wine makes an elegant choice for welcome drinks and toasts, while richer styles can pair beautifully with food throughout the wedding breakfast.
Private tastings can be a helpful way to explore different wines and determine the quantities best suited to your guest numbers and plans for the day.
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