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How much sugar per litre for alcohol fermentation?

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Roughly 17 grams of fermentable sugar per litre is needed to produce 1% alcohol by volume (ABV), a widely accepted approximation in homebrewing. This ratio, however, is not a fixed law but a useful starting point for anyone aiming to control the alcoholic strength of their homemade wine, beer, or cider.