Mini Prosecco bottles usually hold 187 mL or 200 mL. In the US the standard mini is the 187 mL “split” (also called a piccolo), about 6.3 ounces, or one generous glass. In Italy and the rest of Europe the common size is 200 mL (20 cl). Either way, a mini pours about a glass and a quarter, and one per guest is the rule.
The mini bottle has a strange social power. Hand someone a glass of Prosecco and they say thank you. Hand them their own tiny bottle and they act as if you’ve given them a present. Which, technically, you have.
Prosecco bottle sizes and glasses per bottle
Based on a 5 oz (150 mL) glass:
| Bottle | Also called | Size | Glasses |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187 mL | split, piccolo, mini | 6.3 oz | about 1¼ |
| 200 mL | 20 cl mini (Europe) | 6.8 oz | about 1⅓ |
| 375 mL | half bottle, demi | 12.7 oz | about 2½ |
| 750 mL | standard | 25.4 oz | 5 |
| 1.5 L | magnum | 50.7 oz | 10 |
A 187 mL mini at 11% alcohol is a little over one US standard drink.
When minis beat a full bottle
- Wedding and shower favors. One per place setting, with a name tag tied around the neck. It doubles as the toast.
- Gifts and holiday baskets. A mini says “thinking of you” without saying “here’s a whole evening.”
- Office and team celebrations. Everyone gets the same pour, and nothing goes flat on the conference table.
- Hotel welcome trays and picnics. No leftovers, no stopper hunt.
- A party of one. A full bottle is a plan. A mini is a mood.
And when minis don’t make sense: a sit-down dinner or a toast for 50, where a full bottle pours more evenly and costs less per glass. Our drinks calculator does that math.
How to serve mini bottles
- Chill them well. Small bottles warm up fast once they’re out of the ice. Serve at 43 to 46°F.
- Open with care. A mini is under pressure just like a full bottle. Many minis close with a screw cap or a stopper rather than a wired cork; check before you start twisting. If it’s a cork, point it away from people.
- Drink them young. Prosecco is made to be enjoyed fresh. Minis aren’t for the cellar.
- Glass or straw? For a party, pour into flutes. For a picnic, a mini straight from the bottle is a time-honored tradition, as long as it’s your own.
Bella Principessa in mini bottles
Bella Principessa Prosecco DOC and Bella Principessa Prosecco DOC Rosé both come in a 200 mL size as well as the standard 750 mL bottle. Same ceramic-painted bottle, no paper label, which is exactly what you want on a wedding table. See Prosecco DOC and Prosecco DOC Rosé.
Where to buy mini Prosecco in the US
Many grocery stores, wine shops and big-box retailers sell 187 mL Prosecco singly or in 3- and 4-packs. For a wedding or event, ask a local wine shop to order by the case; they usually can, often with a case discount. See also: where to buy good-quality Prosecco.
Mini bottle questions
What are small bottles of Prosecco called? A 187 mL bottle is a split or piccolo. A 375 mL bottle is a half bottle (demi).
How many glasses are in a mini bottle of Prosecco? About one and a quarter 5 oz glasses for a 187 mL bottle, a little more for 200 mL.
How many mini bottles per guest? One for a toast or a favor. For a party, plan on two or three servings per guest and consider full bottles instead.
Please enjoy responsibly: 21+ only, and plan a safe way home.
