Jose Cuervo Alcohol Content
Jose Cuervo Especial, in both Gold and Silver, is 40% alcohol by volume, or 80 proof.2,3 A 1.5 oz shot is 1.0 standard drink.
The ready-to-pour Jose Cuervo Classic Margarita in the big bottle is much weaker, at 9.95%.4 It is made with Jose Cuervo tequila and triple sec.
Jose Cuervo ABV by Version
These strengths are printed on labels approved by the federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB):
How Many Standard Drinks Are in Jose Cuervo?
One U.S. standard drink is 14 grams of pure alcohol, the amount in a 1.5 oz shot of 40% liquor.1 At 40% ABV, here is how Jose Cuervo adds up:
| Serving | ABV | Standard drinks |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 oz shot | 40% | 1.0 |
| 2 oz pour | 40% | 1.3 |
| 375 ml bottle | 40% | 8.5 |
| 750 ml bottle | 40% | 16.9 |
| 1.75 L bottle | 40% | 39.5 |
For the premixed margarita, an 8 oz pour is 1.3 standard drinks and the whole 1.75 L bottle is about 10.
Jose Cuervo vs Other Drinks
| Drink | Typical ABV | Standard drinks per 1.5 oz shot |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Cuervo Especial | 40% | 1.0 |
| Don Julio | 40% | 1.0 |
| Tequila (typical) | 40% | 1.0 |
| Fireball | 33% | 0.8 |
| BuzzBallz Tequila Rita | 15% | 0.4 |
| Jose Cuervo Margarita | 9.95% | 0.2 |
To count any mix of drinks, use the standard drink calculator.
How Much Jose Cuervo Does It Take to Get Drunk?
That depends on your weight, your sex, and how fast you drink. Enter your weight below to see how many shots of Jose Cuervo reach each level.
Actual BAC depends on metabolism, food, and time.
Try our BAC calculator for more detailed tracking
Jose Cuervo Alcohol FAQ
What proof is Jose Cuervo?
Jose Cuervo Especial Gold and Silver are 80 proof, or 40% ABV.
Is Jose Cuervo Gold stronger than Silver?
No. Especial Gold and Especial Silver are both 40%.
How much alcohol is in a Jose Cuervo Margarita?
The ready-to-pour Jose Cuervo Classic Margarita is 9.95% ABV, or 19.9 proof. That is about a quarter of the strength of the tequila.
How many shots are in a 750 ml bottle?
A 750 ml bottle holds about 17 shots of 1.5 oz. A 1.75 L bottle holds about 39.
How many shots of Jose Cuervo does it take to get drunk?
Each 1.5 oz shot is 1.0 standard drinks. How many it takes depends on your weight, your sex, and how fast you drink. The calculator on this page shows your number.
To see how Jose Cuervo affects your blood alcohol level, use the BAC calculator.
Sources
- NIAAA. What is a standard drink?
- TTB COLA 25105001000896. Jose Cuervo Especial Gold label, 40% alc. by vol. (80 proof). Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, public COLA registry.
- TTB COLA 25105001000900. Jose Cuervo Especial Silver label, 40% alc. by vol. (80 proof). Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, public COLA registry.
- TTB COLA 24008001000904. Jose Cuervo Authentic Classic Margarita label, 9.95% alc. by vol. (19.9 proof), 1.75 L. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, public COLA registry.