Ice Calculator
Planning an event? Our Ice Calculator makes it easy to determine exactly how much ice you’ll need for mixed drinks and chilling beverages. Enter your guest count, event duration, and number of tubs, and we’ll instantly calculate the recommended pounds of ice for smooth, hassle-free planning.
This formula is based on guidelines commonly used by professional caterers to ensure you never run short.
Ice Calculator
Estimate how many pounds of ice you need for mixed drinks and chilling tubs.
Total Ice Needed: 0 lbs
Mixed drinks: 0 lbs
Chilling tubs: 0 lbs
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Mixed drinks are calculated at 1 lb per person for a 3-hour event.
Each 19-gallon tub for chilling drinks uses 60 lbs of ice.