Standard Drinks Calculator

Understanding Standard Drinks in Australia

In Australia, a standard drink is defined as containing 10 grams of pure alcohol.

This measurement is crucial because it helps people understand how much alcohol they are consuming, regardless of the type of beverage.

Whether you’re enjoying a glass of wine, a bottle of beer, or a cocktail, knowing the number of standard drinks can help you stay within safe drinking limits.

How to Use the Standard Drinks Calculator

Our Standard Drinks Calculator allows you to easily determine the number of standard drinks in your beverage.

Simply enter the volume of your drink in millilitres (ml) and the percentage of alcohol by volume (% ABV) to calculate the number of standard drinks.

This tool is invaluable for making informed decisions about your drinking habits and understanding how much alcohol you are actually consuming.


Monitoring your alcohol intake is important for several reasons:

  • Health: Understanding standard drinks helps you stay within the recommended drinking guidelines, reducing your risk of alcohol-related health issues.
  • Legal Compliance: If you’re driving, it’s essential to know how much you’ve consumed to stay within legal blood alcohol limits.
  • Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA): For those in the hospitality industry, understanding standard drinks is part of the RSA requirements, ensuring patrons are served responsibly.

Please note that this calculator is for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon to predict blood alcohol concentration (BAC) or any other measure.

The results are based on average beverage sizes and alcohol content, which can vary between products. 

Enhance Your Knowledge with an RSA Course

If you’re interested in learning more about standard drinks and responsible alcohol service, consider enrolling in a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) course.

 Connect Skills Institute offers a comprehensive RSA courses that cover everything you need to know, including how to calculate standard drinks and the legal responsibilities of serving alcohol.