Is a Shot of Tequila Equal to a Glass of Wine? The Surprising Truth
•
4 min read
According to the CDC, a standard drink contains about 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol, which is the exact amount found in a 1.5-ounce shot of 80-proof tequila and a 5-ounce glass of 12% ABV wine. This surprising equivalence is based on the volume of pure ethanol, not the total liquid volume, which is a common point of confusion for many casual drinkers.
