Svedka Alcohol Content
Svedka vodka is 40% alcohol by volume, or 80 proof.2 A 1.5 oz shot is 1.0 standard drink.
Svedka also sells ready-to-drink cocktails. The Svedka Espresso Martini is 20%, or 40 proof, half the strength of the vodka.3
Svedka 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 Svedka?
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 Svedka 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 |
A 3 oz pour of the 20% Svedka Espresso Martini is 1.0 standard drinks.
Svedka vs Other Drinks
| Drink | Typical ABV | Standard drinks per 1.5 oz shot |
|---|---|---|
| Svedka | 40% | 1.0 |
| Grey Goose | 40% | 1.0 |
| New Amsterdam | 40% | 1.0 |
| Pink Whitney | 30% | 0.8 |
| Svedka Espresso Martini | 20% | 0.5 |
To count any mix of drinks, use the standard drink calculator.
How Much Svedka 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 Svedka reach each level.
Actual BAC depends on metabolism, food, and time.
Try our BAC calculator for more detailed tracking
Svedka Alcohol FAQ
What proof is Svedka?
Svedka vodka is 80 proof, or 40% ABV.
Is Svedka weaker than Grey Goose?
No. Both are 40% ABV, so a shot of either is one standard drink.
How strong is the Svedka Espresso Martini?
The bottled Svedka Espresso Martini is 20% ABV, or 40 proof.
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 Svedka 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 Svedka affects your blood alcohol level, use the BAC calculator.
Sources
- NIAAA. What is a standard drink?
- TTB COLA 24038001000545. Svedka Vodka label, 40% alc./vol. (80 proof). Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, public COLA registry.
- TTB COLA 24067001000228. Svedka Espresso Martini label, 20% alc./vol. (40 proof). Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, public COLA registry.