The alcohol content in beer is measured as alcohol by volume (ABV), which indicates the percentage of alcohol in the total volume of the beer. Generally, the ABV of beer varies widely depending on the style and brewing process.
- Light beers typically have an ABV between 2% and 4%.
- Standard beers usually range from 4% to 6% ABV.
- Craft beers often have higher ABV values, commonly from 6% up to 10%.
- Stronger styles like imperial stouts or double IPAs can have ABVs reaching 15% or more.
On average, regular beers commonly consumed fall around 4.5% to 5.5% ABV, which means a 12-ounce serving typically contains between about 0.54 to 0.69 ounces of pure alcohol. The ABV is usually marked on the beer label to inform consumers.
