Tag: Half bottle

A 375 ml bottle is often colloquially called a 'pint' in the US liquor industry, but a true US liquid pint contains 473 ml. This common misnomer can lead to significant confusion, as the actual volume differs substantially from both US and UK standards.

Did you know that half a bottle of wine, also known as a 'demi', contains precisely 375 milliliters, which is exactly half of a standard 750ml bottle? This compact size is ideal for solo enjoyment, sharing with a partner, or for sampling a variety of different wines.

A standard half bottle of wine, which contains 375ml of liquid, yields approximately two and a half glasses based on the typical 5-ounce (150ml) pour. However, the exact number of glasses you get can vary based on the specific type of wine and your personal serving preferences.

A standard bottle of wine contains 750ml, a measurement that has become the global benchmark for the industry. As a result, a 375ml bottle is indeed exactly half a standard bottle of wine and is commonly known as a 'half' or 'demi' bottle. This size is popular for those who don't want to finish a full bottle in one sitting or want to sample a variety of wines.