What's the weight of a typical alcohol shot?

How heavy is a standard alcohol “shot” in grams?

A typical shot of liquor is usually 1.5 fluid ounces (44 mL) in the US. The weight depends on the alcohol’s density, but for common spirits you can use a practical rule: about 40–45 grams per shot.

What numbers do bartenders and recipes use (and why does weight vary)?

In many bars, “one shot” means 1.5 oz (not a 25 mL mini-shot). Density varies by drink (proof/ABV, sugar content in liqueurs), so the mass shifts a bit, but:
- 1.5 oz (44 mL) of spirits is typically around 40–45 g
- 1 oz (29.6 mL) would be roughly 27–30 g

Convert between volume and weight quickly

If you want an estimate without measuring density:
- Treat 44 mL of liquor as roughly ~44 grams as a starting point, then adjust slightly up/down depending on how strong it is.
- For liqueurs (denser due to sugar), weight can be higher than spirits at the same volume.

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