Cocktail ABV Calculator
Calculate the total alcohol by volume (ABV) of a cocktail by adding ingredients with their volumes and alcohol percentages.
IngredientVolume (ml)ABV (%)
How to Use the Cocktail ABV Calculator
- For each ingredient (e.g. vodka, juice), enter its volume in milliliters and its ABV percentage.
- Click "Add ingredient" to include additional components in the cocktail.
- Click Calculate to see the total ABV, total volume, and pure alcohol content.
- Adjust ingredient amounts and recalculate to reach your target drink strength.
Quick Reference
| From | To |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 236 mL |
| 1 tablespoon | 15 mL |
| 1 teaspoon | 5 mL |
| 1 oz | 28.35 g |
| 1 pound | 453.6 g |
| 1 gallon | 3.785 L |
Use Cases
- •Converting recipe measurements between metric and imperial systems.
- •Scaling recipes up or down for different serving sizes.
- •Looking up nutritional information for meal planning.
- •Finding ingredient substitutions with accurate proportions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is cocktail ABV calculated?
Enter each ingredient's volume and ABV percentage, then click Calculate to see the cocktail's total alcohol by volume.
What ABV is a typical cocktail?
Most cocktails range from 10–25% ABV. A dry martini may be 30%+, while a long drink or punch may be 5–10%.
Does ice dilution affect ABV?
Yes, melting ice dilutes the drink. A well-stirred cocktail may have 15–25% more water by volume than the ingredients alone.
What is a standard drink?
A standard drink contains about 14 g of pure alcohol, equivalent to roughly 44 ml of 40% spirit, 150 ml of 12% wine, or 355 ml of 5% beer.