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A double magnum contains the equivalent of 20 standard glasses of wine, making it a show-stopping centerpiece for any large celebration. Here's a look at how many glasses of wine are in a double magnum and what you need to know about serving this large-format bottle.

A magnum bottle of wine, containing 1.5 liters, holds the equivalent of two standard 750ml bottles, which translates to roughly 10 standard 5-ounce pours. This makes a magnum an impressive and convenient choice for serving guests, but the precise number of people a magnum can serve depends heavily on the event and drinking habits. For a dinner party, a magnum might be perfectly suited for 4 to 6 people, while at a large reception, it could provide a single glass for up to 10 guests.

A double magnum is a 3-liter wine bottle, holding the equivalent of four standard 750ml bottles. Based on wine type and alcohol content, this can mean a double magnum contains an estimated 2,400 to over 3,000 calories. The exact calorie count is determined by the alcohol by volume (ABV) and the level of residual sugar in the wine.