Unit calculator & drink diary

Drinkaware's unit calculator helps you work out how much alcohol you drank last night, along with the number of alcohol units and calories. You then have the option to sign up to a drinks diary and track your drinking over time.

The Government's guidelines say that a man should not regularly drink more than 3-4 units a day and a woman should not regularly exceed 2-3 units a day. To find out more about alcohol and its impact on your health, take a look at our Facts section. If you're worried about your drinking, you should consult your GP.

Can’t find your drink?

Work out your units for yourself with this handy sum: Strength (ABV) x Volume (ml) ÷ 1000 = No. of units

E.g. Pint of Stella - 5.2 x 568 ÷ 1000 = 2.95

Alcohol-free nights on the town

It can seem really difficult to socialise in the evening without drinking. But there are loads of alternatives to the pub for a great night out.

How much is too much?

Exactly how alcohol is too much? And how do you know if the amount you drink is harming your health?

After work drinks: it all adds up

A look at which work sectors in the UK drink the most alcohol.

Message in a bottle: time to go easy on the wine

A look at how important it is for women to keep a track of how much they're drinking at home following new research.

I’ll have a ‘mini’ please barman

A look at how wine glasses could soon be shrinking in size in bars and pubs across England.

What's in a unit? Alcohol minimum pricing

How you would be affected if the Chief Medical Officer's calls for minimum pricing on alcohol in England actually came into effect.

Are you ready to cut down?

Starting to accept that drinking could be damaging your health is the first stage to taking control. Try making a list of the benefits of cutting back, such as a slimmer waistline, more cash in your pocket and clearer memories of nights out – it may kick-start your motivation and focus your will power.

Beating your beer belly

How many miles do you need to run to cancel out a Saturday night at the pub? Read on to find out how the hidden calories in alcohol can undo the good you do by exercising...

The reduced alcohol dinner party

Fed up with everyone at your dinner parties drinking far too much? We've got some great tips on how to cut down the alcohol at your next gathering