Standard Drinks Flashcards

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Standard Drink Overview

One standard drink contains 14 grams of pure ethanol, equivalent to 0.5 ounces.
General equivalency: 12 oz beer, 5 oz wine, and 1.5 oz of 40% ABV liquor.

Beer

A typical 12 oz beer has an alcohol content of 4-5%.
Many establishments serve beer in larger glasses, potentially containing more than one standard drink.
Craft beers and malt liquors often have higher alcohol percentages, requiring attention to the label.

Liquor

A standard serving is a 1.5 oz shot of liquor (vodka, gin, rum, tequila, whiskey).
Mixed drinks may exceed 1.5 oz of alcohol (e.g., Martinis).
High-proof liquors (e.g., Bacardi 151) should be consumed cautiously.

Wine

A 5 oz glass of table wine typically has an alcohol content ranging from 9-14%.
Fortified wines (e.g., Vermouth, Brandy) contain higher alcohol levels, making a 5 oz serving greater than one standard drink.

ABV and Proof

ABV (Alcohol by Volume) indicates the percentage of alcohol in a beverage.
Proof is calculated as twice the ABV percentage (Proof = ABV x 2).

ABV Ranges for Beer

Pilsner: 3-6% ABV
Lager: 4-5% ABV
India Pale Ale (IPA): 6-7% ABV
Stout: 5-10% ABV

ABV Ranges for Wine

Sparkling Wine: 8-12% ABV
Dry White: 10-12% ABV
Cabernet: 11-14% ABV

ABV Ranges for Fortified Wine

Sherry: 17-22% ABV
Vermouth: 15-18% ABV
Port: 16-20% ABV

ABV Ranges for Spirits

Liqueurs: 15-25% ABV
Liquors: 40-50% ABV
Absinthe: 55-90% ABV
Everclear: 96-98% ABV

Description

Explore the concept of standard drinks with these informative flashcards. Learn about the equivalency of different alcoholic beverages and understand what constitutes a standard drink. This resource is essential for those looking to deepen their knowledge of alcohol consumption.