Alcohol Content in Common Beverages (FREE)

Alcohol by volume (ABV) refers to the percentage of pure alcohol (ethanol) present in a beverage. ABV varies widely depending on the type of beverage and its method of production. Below is a detailed and updated list of common alcoholic beverages, including regional variations and newer trends in alcohol production.

Beverage Type	Alcohol by Volume (ABV)	Description
Rum	37.5–80%	Distilled from sugarcane juice or molasses; the ABV depends on the brand and region. Dark rums and overproof rums tend to have higher ABV (up to 80%).
Whisky (Whiskey)	40–50%	Made from fermented grain mash (barley, rye, wheat, or corn). Variants include Scotch (40-46%), Bourbon (40-50%), and Irish Whiskey.
Gin	37.5–50%	A distilled spirit flavored with juniper berries and other botanicals. London Dry Gin is typically 40-45%, while some craft gins can reach 50% ABV.
Brandy	35–60%	Distilled wine or fermented fruit juice. Cognac (a type of brandy) usually has an ABV of 40%.
Vodka	35–50%	A neutral spirit distilled from grains or potatoes. Some craft vodkas may exceed 50% ABV, while most commercial vodkas are around 40%.
Tequila	35–55%	Made from blue agave, with regulations requiring at least 35% ABV. Premium brands and añejo variants often have a higher ABV.
Port and Sherry	15–22%	Fortified wines; port (from Portugal) and sherry (from Spain) are fortified with spirits to increase ABV.
Wine (Standard)	9–16%	Includes red, white, and rosé wines. Dessert wines and fortified wines have higher ABVs, while light wines may be under 10%.
Champagne and Sparkling Wine	10–13%	Carbonated wines, including Champagne and Prosecco, with typical ABVs slightly lower than standard wines.
Beer	2–15%	Standard beers are around 4–6% ABV. Strong ales, stouts, and craft IPAs may range from 7–15%. Light beers have ABVs as low as 2-4%.
Cider	3–12%	Alcoholic beverage made from fermented apple juice. Standard cider has 4-6% ABV, while some craft or hard ciders can reach 10-12%.
Arrack	40–50%	Traditional distilled beverage from Southeast Asia, made from coconut sap or sugarcane, with ABV similar to rum or whisky.
Mead	5–20%	An alcoholic drink made from fermented honey. Standard meads range from 5-10%, while fortified or “sack” meads can be as high as 20%.
Saké (Japanese Rice Wine)	12–16%	Brewed from rice, with an alcohol content similar to wine. Some premium sakés may reach 16% ABV.
Liqueurs	15–30%	Sweetened spirits flavored with herbs, fruits, or spices. Examples include Baileys (17%), Grand Marnier (40%), and Amaretto (28%).
Cocktails (Mixed)	5–35%	ABV depends on the recipe and mixing proportions. Strong cocktails like a Martini or Margarita may have ABVs exceeding 20%, while lighter ones like a Mojito may be under 10%.
Coolers and Pre-Mixed Drinks	3–10%	Ready-to-drink beverages such as wine coolers or hard seltzers. ABV is typically lower, ranging between 3-7%.
Absinthe	45–74%	High-proof spirit traditionally distilled with anise, fennel, and wormwood. Often diluted with water for consumption.
Overproof Spirits	50–95%	Includes high-proof rums (e.g., Bacardi 151 at 75.5%) and Everclear, which can reach 95% ABV. Typically used for mixing or culinary purposes rather than direct consumption.