Let me help clarify the differences between UK and US alcohol measurements - it's an area that can cause confusion but is important to understand:
UK Measures:
One unit = 8g/10ml pure alcohol
Pint = 568ml (20 fl oz)
Single spirit = 25ml
Wine glass = 175ml (standard serve)
Units are the standard measure
US Measures:
One "standard drink" = 14g pure alcohol
Pint = 473ml (16 fl oz)
Single spirit = 44ml (1.5 fl oz)
Wine glass = 148ml (5 fl oz)
"Standard drinks" are the measure used
Key Differences to Note:
US standard drink is larger than UK unit
UK pints are bigger than US pints
Spirit measures are different
Wine servings vary between countries
Why This Matters:
Affects how you track consumption
Changes drinking guidelines
Impacts pour sizes in bars/restaurants
Influences how much you're actually drinking
Understanding these differences is particularly important if you travel between countries or read international health guidance. What might seem like the same amount could actually be quite different.
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