How much wine to buy for 70 people?

It's impossible to say exactly how much wine to buy for 70 people without more information! Here's why and what you need to consider:

Factors to Consider:

* Duration of the event: A few hours? A whole evening?

* Type of event: Formal dinner, casual gathering, cocktail party?

* Drinking habits of guests: Are they light drinkers, moderate, or heavy drinkers?

* Food served: Will there be heavy food that pairs well with wine, or lighter snacks?

* Wine choices: Will you offer red, white, or both? Will you offer a variety of wines?

* Serving size: Will you be serving full glasses, or smaller portions?

General Guidelines:

* Light drinkers, short event: 1 bottle per 5-7 people

* Moderate drinkers, longer event: 1 bottle per 3-4 people

* Heavy drinkers, longer event: 1 bottle per 2-3 people

Example Calculations:

* Scenario 1: Casual gathering, 3 hours, moderate drinkers, red and white wine. You might need around 17-23 bottles (70 people / 4 people per bottle = 17.5 bottles).

* Scenario 2: Formal dinner, 4 hours, light drinkers, only red wine. You might need around 10-14 bottles (70 people / 5 people per bottle = 14 bottles).

Additional Tips:

* Overestimate rather than underestimate: It's always better to have extra wine than to run out.

* Consider a mix of red and white: This caters to different preferences.

* Offer non-alcoholic options: Water, juice, and soda.

* Have a designated driver or arrange transportation: Responsible drinking is important.

To get a more accurate estimate, consider asking your guests about their preferences and drinking habits.