How much alcohol is in a glass of wine?
NIAAA counts a 5 fl oz glass of table wine at about 12% ABV as one standard drink, which is 14 grams (0.6 fl oz) of pure alcohol. Fortified wines such as sherry or port are about 17% and count at 3 to 4 fl oz.
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Restaurant and home glasses are often bigger than 5 fl oz. Our calculation: an 8 fl oz pour of 12% wine holds about 0.96 fl oz of pure alcohol, or about 1.6 standard drinks.
| Wine | ABV | Amount | Standard drinks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Table wine | 12% | 5 fl oz | 1 |
| Fortified wine (sherry, port) | 17% | 3-4 fl oz | 1 |
| Bottle of table wine | 12% | 750 ml | 5 |
Wine strength varies
NIAAA’s numbers are typical, and actual alcohol content can vary widely. Check the bottle label. A 15% wine in a 5 fl oz glass has more alcohol than the standard, about 1.25 drinks (our calculation).
Use the standard drink calculator for your pour. Ask a doctor about alcohol and your health.
People also ask
How many grams of alcohol are in a glass of wine?
A 5 fl oz glass of 12% table wine has 14 grams, per NIAAA.
How many glasses are in a bottle of wine?
About 5 standard glasses in a 750 ml bottle.
What is the ABV of wine?
NIAAA lists table wine at about 12% and fortified wine at about 17%.
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