A Draft Price Calculator helps businesses determine the selling price of draft beer based on keg costs, serving sizes, and profit margins. This tool ensures pricing accuracy, profitability, and consistency in beverage sales. It is particularly useful for bars, breweries, and restaurants looking to optimize their draft beer pricing while maintaining competitive and sustainable profit margins.
Formula of Draft Price Calculator
Draft Price = (Keg Cost / Total Servable Volume) × Individual Serving Size × (1 + Profit Margin)
Where:
- Keg Cost is the wholesale price paid for the keg.
- Total Servable Volume is the usable volume in the keg (after accounting for waste).
- Individual Serving Size is the volume of each drink served.
- Profit Margin is expressed as a decimal (e.g., 0.3 for 30% profit).
This formula helps business owners set a fair price while covering costs and achieving their desired profit margins.
Reference Table for Quick Draft Pricing
Below is a table for common keg sizes, their total volume, and estimated prices per serving based on a typical cost and profit margin:
| Keg Size | Total Volume (oz) | Serving Size (16 oz Pint) | Estimated Cost Per Pint (30% Margin) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Barrel | 1984 oz | 124 pints | $6.50 |
| Quarter Barrel | 992 oz | 62 pints | $6.75 |
| Sixth Barrel | 661 oz | 41 pints | $7.00 |
This table provides an estimate based on a $150 keg cost and accounts for minor spillage/waste.
Example of Draft Price Calculator
A bar purchases a half-barrel keg of beer for $150. The keg contains 1984 oz of beer, but accounting for waste, they expect to serve 1900 oz. If they serve beer in 16 oz pints and want a 30% profit margin, the price per pint would be:
Draft Price = (150 / 1900) × 16 × (1 + 0.3)
Draft Price = (0.0789) × 16 × 1.3 = $6.50 per pint
Thus, the bar should charge $6.50 per pint to cover costs and achieve the target profit.
Most Common FAQs
Waste occurs due to foam, spillage, and cleaning losses. Factoring in waste ensures pricing covers actual serving costs, preventing revenue loss.
Typical profit margins range from 20%-40%, depending on the market and overhead costs. A competitive price ensures steady sales while maximizing profits.
Yes! This calculator works for any draft beverage, including soda, kombucha, and cold brew coffee, by adjusting the keg cost and serving size accordingly.