How Much Alcohol is in a Bottle of?
The amount of alcohol in a bottle of any alcoholic beverage depends on the type and size of the bottle. Generally, a standard 750 ml bottle of wine contains about 5 ounces (14 grams) of alcohol, while a 12-ounce (355 ml) can of beer contains about 1.3 ounces (10 grams) of alcohol.
Types of Alcoholic Beverages
Different types of alcoholic beverages contain different amounts of alcohol. For example, hard liquor such as vodka or whiskey typically contains 40% alcohol by volume (ABV), while beer usually contains between 4-6% ABV. Wine can range from 7-14% ABV depending on the type.
Serving Size
The size of the bottle also affects how much alcohol it contains. A larger bottle will contain more alcohol than a smaller one. For example, a 750 ml bottle of wine contains about 5 ounces (14 grams) of alcohol, while a 375 ml bottle only contains 2.5 ounces (7 grams). Similarly, a 12-ounce (355 ml) can of beer contains about 1.3 ounces (10 grams) of alcohol, while an 8-ounce (240 ml) can only contains 0.9 ounces (6 grams).