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How many spirit shots per standard drink?
It's not possible to give a simple answer to "how many spirit shots are in a standard drink" because:
* Spirit shots vary greatly in size. Some are 1 oz, others are 1.5 oz, and some are even smaller.
* A standard drink is defined by alcohol content, not volume. A standard drink is considered to be:
* 12 oz of beer (5% ABV)
* 5 oz of wine (12% ABV)
* 1.5 oz of hard liquor (40% ABV)
To determine how many spirit shots equal a standard drink, you need to know the size of the shots and the alcohol content of the spirit.
Here's a general example:
* If a spirit shot is 1 oz and the spirit has 40% ABV, then one shot is equivalent to a standard drink.
* If a spirit shot is 1.5 oz and the spirit has 40% ABV, then one shot is equivalent to 1.5 standard drinks.
It's always best to be mindful of your alcohol consumption and drink responsibly.
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