Drinks and ice calculator
Separate ice for drinks from the ice keeping cans and bottles cold. They disappear at different rates.
Use the calculator
Estimate water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, serving ice, and chilling ice for a party.
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How the estimate works
The estimate uses the adult and child headcount, party length, and expected share of adults drinking alcohol. It reserves separate ice for serving and chilling.
Use the result as a planning estimate and change it for your guests, menu, room, and local requirements.
Use the real headcount
Create the invitation and collect household replies before making the final plan.