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Cocktail Cost Calculator
Cost a cocktail ingredient by ingredient, then see pour cost % and the price for your target.
Default numbers are an example, not industry data.
Formula
Line cost = bottle or pack price ÷ size × amount per drink; drink cost = sum of line costs + garnish. Pour cost % = drink cost ÷ menu price × 100; gross profit = menu price − drink cost; price at target = drink cost ÷ (target/100).
How it works
Use matching units for bottle size and amount used. The ml/oz selector relabels only; it does not convert values. 750 ml = 25.36 oz. Cost house-made ingredients from batch cost and usable batch yield.
Default numbers are illustrative. Use your own records and matching units throughout.
Worked example
1.92 + 0.45 + 0.18 + 0.03 + 0.15 garnish = 2.73 drink cost. At 12.00: pour cost 22.75%, gross profit 9.27. Price for a 20% target = 13.65.
Benchmark
A commonly cited rule of thumb for liquor pour cost is roughly 18–24%.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate cocktail cost?
Sum each ingredient’s price divided by pack size times the amount used, then add garnish.
Cocktail cost vs pour cost calculator (single spirit)?
This tool combines multiple ingredients; the pour cost tool costs one measured spirit pour.
How do I cost house-made syrups?
Divide batch cost by usable batch yield and multiply by the amount per drink.
Do I include ice and garnish?
Include their per-drink cost in garnish and other costs where relevant.
Are my inputs saved or uploaded?
Calculations run in your browser. Inputs are not uploaded by the calculator. Sharing puts the inputs in a readable URL; anyone with that link can see them.