Punch Calculator

How much punch, cider, eggnog or mulled wine should you make? Enter your guests, party length and cup size. Results use a common rule of thumb and are rounded up.

Rules used

• Servings: 2 cups per guest in the first hour, 1 per guest for each hour after.
• If other drinks are served too, half of that.
• 1 US gallon = 128 fl oz = 3.785 liters. Ice ring or ice: plan extra space in the bowl.

Quick reference (2-hour party, 6 oz cups, punch only)

FAQ

How many servings are in a gallon of punch?

A US gallon is 128 fluid ounces, so it fills about 32 four-ounce punch cups, 21 six-ounce cups or 16 eight-ounce cups.

How much punch do I need for 50 guests?

With 2 cups per guest in the first hour, 1 per hour after, and 6-ounce cups, a 2-hour party for 50 guests needs 150 cups, which is 900 fluid ounces or just over 7 gallons. Round up to 7.5 or 8 gallons.

How much punch per person?

A common planning rule is 2 cups per guest in the first hour and 1 cup per guest for each extra hour. Plan less if other drinks are served alongside the punch.

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