Alcohol Licensing Services/Consulting in Southern California

Why Are a 12 Ounce Hard Seltzer and 1.5 Ounces of Liquor Both Standard Drinks?
27, Aug 2025
Understanding Standard Drinks: Why a 12-Ounce Hard Seltzer and 1.5 Ounces of Liquor Are Equivalent

TL;DR: Despite their vastly different serving sizes, a 12-ounce hard seltzer and a 1.5-ounce shot of liquor contain exactly the same amount of pure alcohol—14 grams or 0.6 fluid ounces. This equivalence comes down to simple math: hard seltzers typically contain 5% alcohol by volume (ABV), while distilled spirits contain…

How Much Liquor Can I Carry on an International Flight?
1, Mar 2025
How Much Liquor Can I Carry on an International Flight? (Updated Guide 2025)

Traveling internationally with alcohol requires a good understanding of airline policies, customs regulations, and duty-free allowances. Each country has specific rules, and violating them can result in fines, confiscation, or legal penalties. This guide provides comprehensive information on how much liquor you can carry on an international flight, including regulations…

What is Malt Liquor?
20, Feb 2025
What is Malt Liquor?

Introduction Malt liquor is a type of beer with a higher alcohol content than traditional lagers and ales. Despite misconceptions, it is not a distinct category of alcohol but rather a subtype of beer brewed with additional fermentable sugars to increase alcohol content. This guide explores what malt liquor is,…

How a Liquor License Consultant Helps Bar and Pub Owners
5, Sep 2024
How Many Ounces in a Shot of Liquor?

If you’ve ever ordered a drink at a bar or tried mixing cocktails at home, you’ve probably come across the term “shot.” But how much liquor is actually in a shot? The answer can vary depending on where you are and what you’re drinking. In this blog post, we’ll dive…

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