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One alcoholic drink-equivalent is defined as containing 14 grams (0.6 fl oz) of pure alcohol. The following are reference beverages that are one alcoholic drink-equivalent: 12 fluid ounces of regular beer (5% alcohol), 5 fluid ounces of wine (12% ABV), or 1.5 fluid ounces of 80-proof hard liquor (40% ABV). Drink-equivalents are not intended to serve as a standard drink definition for regulatory purposes. Pure ethanol contains approximately seven calories per gram, thus 14 grams contains 98 calories. To calculate drink-equivalents, multiply the volume in ounces by the alcohol content in percent and divide by 0.6 ounces of alcohol per drink-equivalent. For example: 16 fl oz beer at 5% ABV: (16 fl oz)(0.05)/0.6 fl oz = 1.3 drink-equivalents.

Source for beverage choices: CGA by NIQ BeverageTrak 2026. Depending on factors such as the type of hard liquor, the recipe, and the drink preparer’s discretion, one mixed drink can contain a variable number of drink-equivalents. The recipe for each mixed drink listed is sourced from Liquour.com, an imprint of People Inc.

Alcohol equivalency calculations are derived from standardized drink recipes and assumed alcohol-by-volume (ABV) values. Actual alcohol content may vary based on serving size, alcohol proof, and preparation methods used in commercial establishments.