Ounces and mL in a Shot
A standard U.S. shot is 1.5 fluid ounces, which is 44 mL. That is also 3 tablespoons. If a shot glass or a bar pour is bigger, you are drinking more than one standard shot.
Shot Sizes in Ounces, mL, and Tablespoons
| Shot | Fluid ounces | mL | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pony shot | 1 oz | 29.6 mL | 2 |
| Standard U.S. shot (jigger) | 1.5 oz | 44.4 mL | 3 |
| Large pour | 2 oz | 59.1 mL | 4 |
| Double shot (two standard shots) | 3 oz | 88.7 mL | 6 |
Shot glasses are not all the same size, and many hold more than they look like they do. Bars also pour different amounts, so a "shot" at the bar may not be 1.5 ounces. To see how many standard drinks your pour is, use the standard drink calculator.
How Many Ounces Are in a Shot Glass?
A standard shot glass holds 1.5 fluid ounces (44 mL). Shot glasses vary, though: some hold 1 ounce and some hold 2 ounces or more, so a glass is only a standard shot if it holds 1.5 ounces. To check yours, fill it with water and pour the water into a measuring cup.
How Many mL Are in a Shot?
A standard 1.5 ounce shot is 44.4 mL, which most people round to 44 mL. One U.S. fluid ounce is 29.6 mL, so you can convert any size by multiplying ounces by 29.57. (The UK imperial fluid ounce is a little smaller, at 28.41 mL.)
| Fluid ounces | mL |
|---|---|
| 0.5 oz | 14.8 mL |
| 1 oz | 29.6 mL |
| 1.25 oz | 37.0 mL |
| 1.5 oz | 44.4 mL |
| 2 oz | 59.1 mL |
| 2.5 oz | 73.9 mL |
| 3 oz | 88.7 mL |
| 4 oz | 118.3 mL |
Going the other way, here is how many fluid ounces are in common metric shot sizes:
| mL | Fluid ounces |
|---|---|
| 25 mL | 0.85 oz |
| 30 mL | 1.01 oz |
| 40 mL | 1.35 oz |
| 44 mL | 1.49 oz |
| 50 mL | 1.69 oz |
| 60 mL | 2.03 oz |
| 100 mL | 3.38 oz |
How Much Alcohol Is in a Shot?
A 1.5 ounce shot of 40% ABV (80 proof) liquor holds 0.6 fluid ounces of pure alcohol, which is 14 grams. That is exactly one standard drink, the same as a 12 ounce beer at 5% or a 5 ounce glass of wine at 12%.
A bigger pour or a stronger liquor is more than one drink. A 2 ounce pour of 40% liquor is about 1.3 standard drinks, and a 50 mL mini bottle (1.7 ounces) is about 1.1.
Shot Size Outside the U.S.
Shots are smaller in many countries. In the UK, a 25 mL measure of 40% spirit (0.85 U.S. fluid ounces) is one alcohol unit, and a UK unit is 8 grams of alcohol, compared with 14 grams in a U.S. standard drink. See how the definitions compare in our standard drink calculator.
How Many Shots Are in a Bottle?
About 17 shots in a 750 mL fifth, 22½ in a liter, and 39 in a 1.75 liter handle. Our guide to how many shots are in a fifth, handle, pint, or liter covers every bottle size and pour. To convert a bottle to ounces, see 750 mL to oz.
Shot Size FAQ
How many ounces are in a shot glass?
A standard shot glass holds 1.5 fluid ounces (44 mL). Shot glasses vary, and some hold 1 ounce or 2 ounces or more.
How much is a shot?
A standard U.S. shot is 1.5 fluid ounces, or 44 mL. At 40% ABV that is one standard drink.
How many mL are in a shot glass?
A standard shot glass holds 44 mL, which is 1.5 fluid ounces.
How many ounces are in a shot?
A standard U.S. shot is 1.5 fluid ounces. Shot glasses and bar pours vary, and a pony shot is 1 ounce.
How many mL are in a shot?
A standard U.S. shot of 1.5 fluid ounces is 44 mL (44.4 mL). One fluid ounce is 29.6 mL.
How many ounces are in a double shot?
Two standard shots are 3 fluid ounces (89 mL). Bars do not agree on the size of a double, and some pour 2 ounces, so ask or measure.
How many tablespoons are in a shot?
Three. A fluid ounce is 2 tablespoons, so a 1.5 ounce shot is 3 tablespoons.
How many shots are in a cup?
About 5⅓. A U.S. cup is 8 fluid ounces, and 8 ÷ 1.5 is 5.3.
How many ounces is a 50 mL mini bottle?
About 1.7 fluid ounces, which is slightly more than a standard shot. A 50 mL bottle of 40% liquor holds about 1.1 standard drinks.
How many shots are in a bottle?
About 17 in a 750 mL fifth, 22½ in a liter, and 39 in a 1.75 liter handle.
Is one shot one standard drink?
A 1.5 ounce shot of 80-proof (40%) liquor is one standard drink, which is 14 grams of pure alcohol. A stronger liquor or a bigger pour is more than one.
Want to know what your shots do to your blood alcohol level? Use the BAC calculator, or read how many shots get you drunk.