Shots per bottle size
| Bottle | Volume | 1.5 oz shots |
|---|---|---|
| Half pint | 200 ml | 4–5 |
| Pint | 375 ml | 8–9 |
| Fifth / standard | 750 ml | 17 |
| Liter | 1 L | 22 |
| Handle | 1.75 L | 39 |
The math is simple: divide the bottle's volume in millilitres by 44 (the size of a standard U.S. shot). A "fifth" is just an old name for a 750 ml bottle — historically one-fifth of a U.S. gallon — so it also pours about 17 shots.
How many standard drinks is that?
Because a 1.5 oz shot of 40% spirits is exactly one standard drink, a 750 ml bottle is roughly 17 standard drinks. A 1.75 L handle is closer to 39 — useful perspective on how far a bottle actually goes.
Shots vs. pour size
If your bar pours a leaner 1 oz shot, a 750 ml bottle stretches to about 25; a heavy 2 oz pour drops it to roughly 12. Pour size matters as much as bottle size — which is exactly what the calculator lets you play with.
Frequently asked
How many shots are in a 750 ml bottle?
About 17 standard 1.5 oz shots, because 750 ml divided by 44 ml is roughly 17. At 40% ABV that is also about 17 standard drinks.
How many shots are in a fifth?
A fifth is another name for a 750 ml bottle, so it holds about 17 standard 1.5 oz shots.
How many shots are in a liter or a 1.75 L handle?
A 1 liter bottle holds about 22 shots, and a 1.75 L handle holds about 39 standard 1.5 oz shots.