Let's see how it works out if you figure out the standard amount for a standard drink:
| Standard Averages | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Drink Type | Usual Size | % of Alcohol | Amount of Pure Alcohol (Size x %) |
| Beer | 12 oz. | .04 | .48 ounces |
| Wine | 4 oz. | .12 | .48 ounces |
| Hard Liquor | 1 oz. | .40 | .40 ounces |
Let's see how it works out if you look at what typically happens with a pint (16 oz.)of microbrew, a full glass (6 oz.) of wine, or a double shot (2 oz.) in a drink:
| Realistic Ranges | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Drink Type | Usual Size | % of Alcohol | Amount of Pure Alcohol (Size x %) |
| Beer | 12 16 oz. | .04 .06 | .48 .96 ounces |
| Wine | 4 – 6 oz. | .12 .15 | .48 .90 ounces |
| Hard Liquor | 1 – 2 oz. | .40 .50 | .40 1.0 ounces |