Introduction
Alcoholic beverages, those which go through the process of fermentation, have been a staple of human society as far back as records go. Examples of alcoholic beverages include beer, wine, and hard liquor (such as whiskey, tequila, and vodka). Alcohol, a depressant, is designated as a drug and regulated by governments.
One serving of alcohol, or “a drink”, is classified as 0.6 fluid ounces of alcohol; this corresponds to one twelve ounce can/bottle of beer, one five ounce glass of wine, or one 1.5 ounce shot of liquor. When comparing alcoholic consumption across countries, organizations will look at liters of pure alcohol.
Heavy consumption of alcohol can be dangerous and lead to alcoholism. Serious side effects include decreased motor skills function, liver failure, cancer, and death.
Learn for yourself how alcohol consumption compares by country by exploring the charts.
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