How to Find the Concentration of a Drink Accurately
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According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), larger beverage manufacturers often use advanced methods like distillation and gas chromatography to measure alcohol content. However, determining a drink's concentration can also be done using more accessible methods, from simple calculations to affordable equipment like refractometers and hydrometers. Understanding these techniques is useful for home brewers, mixologists, and anyone interested in the science behind their beverages.