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A cocktail’s alcohol by volume (ABV) depends on the volume and strength of each alcoholic component. UK standard alcohol units help track consumption against the recommended weekly limit of 14 units.

Fórmula

Cocktail ABV = (Volume of spirit x Spirit ABV) / Total cocktail volume
ABV
(Volume of spirit x Spirit ABV) / Total cocktail volume — (Volume of spirit x Spirit ABV) / Total cocktail volume

Guía paso a paso

  1. 1Cocktail ABV = (Volume of spirit x Spirit ABV) / Total cocktail volume
  2. 2Units = (Volume in ml x ABV as decimal) / 10
  3. 3UK low-risk limit: 14 units/week spread over 3 or more days

Ejemplos resueltos

Entrada
60ml spirit (40% ABV) + 90ml mixer (0%), total 150ml
Resultado
Cocktail ABV = 16%; Units = (60 x 0.40) / 10 = 2.4 units - quite strong for one drink

Preguntas frecuentes

What is Cocktail Abv Calc?

A cocktail’s alcohol by volume (ABV) depends on the volume and strength of each alcoholic component. UK standard alcohol units help track consumption against the recommended weekly limit of 14 units

How accurate is the Cocktail Abv Calc calculator?

The calculator uses the standard published formula for cocktail abv calc. Results are accurate to the precision of the inputs you provide. For financial, medical, or legal decisions, always verify with a qualified professional.

What units does the Cocktail Abv Calc calculator use?

This calculator works with inches. You can enter values in the units shown — the calculator handles all conversions internally.

What formula does the Cocktail Abv Calc calculator use?

The core formula is: Cocktail ABV = (Volume of spirit x Spirit ABV) / Total cocktail volume. Each step in the calculation is shown so you can verify the result manually.

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