Alcohol Standard Serving Size
Knowing what constitutes a standard serving size of alcohol is an important part of engaging in responsible drinking. It helps you keep track of how much alcohol you have had and can assist in tracking your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC).
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A standard serving size of beer or wine cooler is 12 oz. |
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A standard serving size of wine is 5 oz. *A 750 ml bottle should serve 5 glasses. |
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A standard serving size of ice beer or malt liquor is 8 oz. |
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A standard serving size of liquor is 1.5 oz (80-proof*) or 1 oz (100-proof*). |
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Mixed drinks are unpredictable and may contain more than one standard drink. A long island iced tea, for example, likely includes 4-6 servings of alcohol. |
*Proof: is used to describe the amount of alcohol in a drink. Proof is twice the percentage of alcohol, so an 80 proof liquor is 40% alcohol by volume.
*Disclaimer: This information is meant to provide education about substance use. The content of this workshop is not meant to replace therapy and is not considered mental health treatment. If you are in crisis or find yourself needing more support please call the UToledo Counseling Center at 419-530-2426 or dial 9-1-1 if it is an emergency.