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Alcohol Unit Calculator

Calculate how many alcohol units in a given drink

Additional Information and Definitions

Volume (ml)

Volume of the drink in milliliters

ABV (%)

Alcohol by volume percentage

Track Your Alcohol Intake

Compute total units for various beverages

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Understanding Alcohol Units

Learn about measuring alcohol content in standard units

ABV:

Alcohol by volume, the percentage of ethanol in a drink.

5 Surprising Facts About Alcohol Units

Many people don't realize the precise measure of alcohol in their drinks. Here are some surprising insights:

1.Beer vs. Spirits

A pint of strong beer can contain as many units as several shots of spirits.

2.Serving Sizes Vary

Pub measures often differ from home pours, affecting total units.

3.Low ABV Doesn’t Mean No Units

Even low-alcohol beers can add up in large volumes.

4.Label Reading

Always check ABV on the label to gauge units accurately.

5.Weekly Guidelines

Health agencies often recommend limiting total weekly units for safety.