What Does Alcohol Proof Indicate?
Alcohol proof is a measure of the amount of alcohol present in a beverage. It is twice the percentage of alcohol by volume (ABV). For example, a beverage with an ABV of 40% will have a proof of 80. Higher the proof, the higher the concentration of alcohol in the drink. It is used for regulating the sale and taxation of alcohol in many countries around the world. A higher proof means that a drink will be stronger and may cause intoxication more easily.