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An alcohol unit (UK) is a standard measure of pure alcohol. One unit contains 10ml (8g) of pure ethanol. UK health guidelines recommend no more than 14 units per week for both men and women, spread across at least 3 days, with alcohol-free days each week.

Формула

Units = Volume (ml) × ABV (%) ÷ 1000
ABV
ABV value — Variable used in the calculation

Водич корак по корак

  1. 1Units = Volume (ml) × ABV (%) ÷ 1000
  2. 2Example: 568ml pint of 4% beer = 568 × 4 ÷ 1000 = 2.27 units
  3. 3A 175ml glass of 13% wine = 2.28 units (often rounded to "2 units")

Worked Examples

Инпут
Pint of 4% lager (568ml)
Резултат
2.3 units
Most pub servings of beer are 2–2.5 units
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Large glass wine 250ml at 13%
Резултат
3.25 units
Over 20% of the weekly guideline in one glass
Инпут
Double spirit (50ml) at 40%
Резултат
2.0 units
A standard double measure

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alcohol Units?

An alcohol unit (UK) is a standard measure of pure alcohol. One unit contains 10ml (8g) of pure ethanol

How accurate is the Alcohol Units calculator?

The calculator uses the standard published formula for alcohol units. 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 Alcohol Units calculator use?

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

What formula does the Alcohol Units calculator use?

The core formula is: Units = Volume (ml) × ABV (%) ÷ 1000. Each step in the calculation is shown so you can verify the result manually.

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