Cases to Growlers Converter
Convert beer volume measurements from cases to growlers (64 oz jugs) quickly and accurately. Enter any case value and get the equivalent number of growlers.
Common Cases to Growlers Conversions
| Cases | Growlers (64 oz) |
|---|---|
| 1 case | 4.5 growlers |
| 2 cases | 9 growlers |
| 3 cases | 13.5 growlers |
| 4 cases | 18 growlers |
| 5 cases | 22.5 growlers |
| 6 cases | 27 growlers |
| 10 cases | 45 growlers |
| 12 cases | 54 growlers |
| 20 cases | 90 growlers |
| 50 cases | 225 growlers |
How to Convert Cases to Growlers
Converting cases to growlers is useful for craft beer enthusiasts, brewpubs, and taprooms who need to understand beer quantities across different packaging formats. Growlers are popular for taking fresh draft beer home from a brewery or taproom.
The Conversion Formula
The formula to convert cases to growlers is based on the fluid ounce equivalents of each unit:
This simplifies to:
This formula works because one case contains 288 fluid ounces (24 twelve-ounce bottles/cans) and one standard growler contains 64 fluid ounces (half gallon).
Example 1: Converting 5 Cases to Growlers
Using the formula:
growlers = 5 × 4.5 = 22.5 growlers
Example 2: Converting 10 Cases to Growlers
Using the formula:
growlers = 10 × 4.5 = 45 growlers
What Is a Case of Beer?
A standard case of beer in the United States contains 24 bottles or cans of beer, typically 12 fluid ounces each. This means one case contains a total of 288 fluid ounces of beer. Cases are the most common retail and distribution unit for beer sales.
What Is a Growler?
A growler is a container, typically glass or stainless steel, used to transport draft beer. The standard growler size is 64 fluid ounces (half gallon or approximately 1.89 liters). Growlers became popular with the craft beer movement as a way for customers to take fresh beer home directly from taprooms and brewpubs.
Why Convert Cases to Growlers?
Understanding the relationship between cases and growlers is important for several reasons:
- Taproom Operations: Plan growler fill inventory based on keg or case equivalents
- Event Planning: Calculate how much beer to order for events offering growler fills
- Cost Comparison: Compare pricing between packaged beer and growler fills
- Home Storage: Understand how many growlers equal a case for personal consumption planning
Key Conversion Values to Remember
- 1 case = 4.5 growlers
- 1 growler = 64 fluid ounces = half gallon
- 1 case = 288 fluid ounces
- 1 growler = 5.33 standard beers (12 oz)