Cocktails and long drinks
A menu with many mixed drinks increases the amount of ice served directly in glasses.
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Ice Calculator for Parties & Events
Weather and drink mix determine ice demand — not just the number of guests.
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Calculate ice for a party, cocktails, and cooling
The ice calculator estimates how many kilograms of ice to plan for a party, wedding, or company event. Cubes in the glass are only one part: long drinks, cocktails, alcohol-free beverages, cooling, and melting all affect total ice demand.
Brorano combines guest count and duration with weather, beverage mix, and service style. Ice is calculated for the event you are planning instead of relying on one fixed ice-per-person rule.
What the calculator accounts for
Weather and cooling
High temperatures increase beverage demand, melting, and the need for additional cooling ice.
Service and melt reserve
Your service setup and storage determine how much reserve is sensible during the event.
Event ice calculator questions
How much ice per person do I need for a party?
Weather and the drinks menu matter most. A cocktail party needs more serving ice than an event focused on beer and wine, even with the same guest count.
Does the ice calculator include melting?
Yes. The calculator includes a melt reserve. If you use open cooling tubs or host an outdoor event in very hot weather, review the exact cooling logistics as well.
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