Champagne: How many glasses of Champagne are in a bottle?

How many glasses are in a 750mL bottle of Champagne?

A standard 750 mL (25.4 ounces) bottle of champagne typically pours five to six glasses. Each glass holds about 4.2 ounces (125 mL), which is the perfect amount to savor the champagne’s aromas and bubbles while keeping the wine at its ideal temperature. This serving size helps maintain the champagne’s freshness and highlights the richness of its flavors throughout the tasting!

Champagne glass or flute: which to choose?

There are three types of champagne glasses, Flutes, Coupe glasses or Tulip Glasses, to learn more about the differences, read our article entitled: Champagne: How to hold a Champagne glass?.

How many bottle of Champagne do I need for my party or event?

Calculating how much champagne you’ll need depends on the number of guests, the type of event, and when the champagne will be served. On average, a 750 mL (25.4 ounces) bottle serves about six 4.2-ounce glasses, though this can vary depending on the size and flow of the event.

For larger gatherings, such as birthdays, christenings, or corporate events, precision is key. If champagne is the only beverage offered, plan for about 4 glasses per guest. You can estimate the number of bottles required with this formula: (Number of guests x 4 glasses x 4.2 ounces) / 25.4 ounces.

For meals, a lighter approach usually works, with one bottle serving 3 to 4 guests. For more festive occasions, like weddings where champagne flows throughout the evening, plan for one bottle per two guests to keep the celebration sparkling!

How many glasses are in half bottles, magnums, and other champagne formats?

A magnum of champagne, with its 1.5-liter capacity, equals two standard 750 mL bottles and serves about 10 to 12 glasses (4.2 ounces each). Larger formats like the jeroboam (3 liters) or methuselah (6 liters) are especially popular for big celebrations, as they allow you to serve more guests while preserving the champagne’s flavor profile. Magnums bottles, in particular, are known to enhance the champagne’s aromas due to their size, which slows oxidation. This slower aging process brings out more complex flavors and finer, more delicate bubbles.

So, how many glasses are there in larger champagne formats? Here’s a breakdown by bottle size:

• Half-bottle (375 mL): 3 glasses

• Standard bottle (750 mL): 6 glasses

• Magnum (1.5 liters): 12 glasses

• Jeroboam (3 liters): 24 glasses

• Methuselah (6 liters): 48 glasses

How many bottles of Champagne should you plan for an event?

For 10 people

For a gathering of 10 guests, the number of champagne bottles needed depends on the type of service and the flow of the event. For a toast or light aperitif, five 750 mL bottles should be enough, providing about two glasses per person. For a meal or a more festive evening, plan on half a bottle per guest—around five to six bottles in total—to ensure everyone can enjoy the celebration to the fullest.

How much champagne for a wedding?

Champagne, the ultimate symbol of celebration, takes center stage from aperitifs to desserts. To make sure your guests always have a glass in hand, it’s important to plan the right quantities. For tips on how to prepare for your event, check out our article: Wedding Season | Best Wines and Champagnes for a Wedding.