How Many Standard Drinks Are in a 40 oz Malt Liquor?
                                
                                
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                                According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), one 40-fluid ounce bottle of malt liquor contains approximately 4.7 standard drinks. The exact number of standard drinks in a 40 oz malt liquor depends on its alcohol by volume (ABV), which can vary significantly between brands.