By-the-Glass Profit Calculator

How It Works

This calculator models gross profit contribution of by-the-glass wine sales.

1. Enter bottle cost, bottle size, pour size, and menu price per glass.
2. Set wastage percentage to account for spoilage or over-pouring.
3. Review sellable glasses, gross profit per bottle, margin, and weekly contribution.

FAQ

Why is wastage important?

Even small spoilage or over-pour rates materially reduce realized margin.

What is break-even price per glass?

It is the minimum per-glass price that covers bottle cost at estimated sellable pours.

Is this net profit?

No. This is gross profit before labor, rent, and other operating costs.