Never Run Out of Drinks Again for your Next Party!

Throwing a party? Awesome! But let’s face it, running out of drinks is the fastest way to kill the vibe. Whether it’s a casual backyard BBQ or a chic wedding reception, knowing how much soda, water, and juice to have on hand can feel like rocket science. Too little, and you’ve got thirsty guests. Too much, and your wallet feels the pain. That’s why we’ve got the Party Soft Drinks Calculator. This tool takes the guesswork out of planning, so you know exactly how much of each drink you’ll need, whether it’s sparkling water or orange soda. Plus, it calculates ice requirements, extra items, and even offers event-specific tips.

Party Soft Drinks Calculator

Event Details

Temperature & Ice

Select Drinks

💡 Tip: Add drinks from the below Quick Add Common Drinks selection automatically or click +Add Drink button below to enter custom drinks manually. The calculator will estimate required quantities for your event.

Party Drinks Plan

Drinks Requirements

Ice Requirements

Additional Items Needed

Tips & Recommendations

How to Use the Party Soft Drinks Calculator

Step 1: Enter Event Details

  • Number of Guests: Estimate the total headcount, including adults and kids.
  • Event Duration: Longer events mean more drinks per person. Enter the total hours.
  • Event Type: Select the type of party—casual, formal, wedding, or corporate. Each affects drink consumption.

Step 2: Adjust for Temperature & Ice

  • Temperature: Enter the expected average temperature. Hotter days mean thirstier guests.
  • Ice Service Level: Choose between light, normal, or heavy ice service based on your drink preferences.

Step 3: Select and Add Drinks

  • Quick Add: Use the dropdown to add common drinks like cola, lemonade, or water.
  • Custom Drinks: Manually add any drink not in the dropdown. Specify name, consumption percentage, serving size, and package size.
  • Click “+ Add Drink” to add more options to the list.

Step 4: Calculate Drink Requirements

  • Click “Calculate” to generate your drink and ice plan.
  • View the results, which include total drink volume, packages needed, and serving breakdown.

Step 5: Adjust or Reset

  • If something looks off, edit the details and recalculate.
  • Use the “Reset” button to start fresh for a new event.

How to Analyze Your Results

1. Total Drink Requirements

  • Total Volume: The total liters of each drink needed for the event.
  • Packages: The number of packages (e.g., bottles, cans) you’ll need to buy based on drink sizes.

2. Ice Requirements

  • Total Ice: Calculated based on drink consumption and ice level.
  • Bags Needed: The number of standard 2kg ice bags to buy.

3. Additional Items

  • Cups: Estimated with a 10% buffer for spills or seconds.
  • Napkins: Recommended based on the number of drinks served.
  • Drink Stirrers: For mixing cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages.

Pro Tips for Hosting a Stress-Free Party

  • Keep backup water bottles chilled for unexpected guests or hotter-than-expected weather.
  • Label drink stations to avoid confusion and speed up service.
  • Use insulated coolers to keep drinks icy cold without constant refilling.

Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates and should be used as a guideline. Actual requirements may vary based on guest preferences and event dynamics.