A standard shot in the United States is typically 1.5 fluid ounces (44 ml) of liquor, which is the most common size used in bars and restaurants
. However, there is no official federal standard for a shot size except in Utah, where a shot is legally defined as 1.5 ounces
. Shot sizes can vary widely depending on the country, state, or even the bar. For example:
- In the US, shot sizes can range from about 1.25 oz to 2 oz depending on the establishment or state
- In the UK and much of Europe, shots are often around 1 oz or less
- Other countries have different standards, such as Japan (2 oz), Germany (about 0.67 oz), and Australia (1 to 2 oz)
A double shot is usually about 3 oz, based on doubling the common 1.5 oz single shot
. In summary, while 1.5 oz is the most widely accepted standard shot size in the US, actual shot sizes may vary from about 1 oz to 2 oz depending on location and context
. If measuring without a shot glass, 1.5 oz equals 3 tablespoons or 9 teaspoons
. Thus, the typical answer to "how many ounces in a shot" is 1.5 ounces in the US, but it can differ internationally and locally.
