Beers to Growlers Converter
Convert beer volume from standard beers (12 fl oz) to growlers (64 fl oz) quickly and accurately. Enter any number of beers and get the equivalent volume in growlers.
Common Beers to Growlers Conversions
| Beers | Growlers |
|---|---|
| 1 beer | 0.1875 growlers |
| 2 beers | 0.375 growlers |
| 4 beers | 0.75 growlers |
| 5 beers | 0.9375 growlers |
| 6 beers | 1.125 growlers |
| 8 beers | 1.5 growlers |
| 10 beers | 1.875 growlers |
| 12 beers | 2.25 growlers |
| 16 beers | 3.0 growlers |
| 24 beers | 4.5 growlers |
How to Convert Beers to Growlers
Converting beers to growlers helps craft beer enthusiasts understand how much beer they're getting when purchasing a growler fill from their local brewery or taproom. This conversion is essential for value comparisons and planning beer purchases.
The Conversion Formula
The formula to convert beers to growlers is based on the fluid ounce equivalents of each unit:
This formula works because a standard beer contains 12 fluid ounces, while a standard growler contains 64 fluid ounces (half a gallon).
Simplified Conversion Factor
For quick calculations, you can use this simplified formula:
Example 1: Converting 12 Beers to Growlers
Using the formula:
growlers = 12 x (12 / 64) = 12 x 0.1875 = 2.25 growlers
Example 2: Converting 6 Beers to Growlers
Using the formula:
growlers = 6 x (12 / 64) = 6 x 0.1875 = 1.125 growlers
What Is a Beer?
In the context of volume measurement, a "beer" typically refers to a standard beer serving size of 12 fluid ounces (355 mL). This is the volume found in a standard beer can or bottle in the United States.
Key characteristics of a standard beer:
- Volume: 12 fluid ounces (355 mL)
- Common containers: Standard cans, longneck bottles
- Metric equivalent: Approximately 0.355 liters
What Is a Growler?
A growler is a container used to transport draft beer. The standard growler size is 64 fluid ounces (half a gallon or approximately 1.89 liters). Growlers are typically made of glass, ceramic, or stainless steel and are designed to be refilled at breweries and taprooms.
Key characteristics of a growler:
- Standard volume: 64 fluid ounces (1.89 liters)
- Beer equivalent: 5.33 standard beers
- Common materials: Glass, ceramic, stainless steel
- Also known as: Half-gallon jug, 64 oz growler
Growler Sizes
While the 64 oz growler is most common, other sizes exist:
Standard Growler (64 oz): The most common size, holding half a gallon of beer. This is the default size used in this converter.
Howler (32 oz): A half-growler, also called a "howler" or "growlette." Contains 32 fluid ounces or about 2.67 standard beers.
Mini Growler (16 oz): Some craft breweries offer smaller sizes for sampling or limited releases.
Why Use Growlers?
Growlers have become popular in the craft beer community for several reasons:
Fresh Draft Beer: Growlers allow you to take home the same fresh draft beer you enjoy at the taproom.
Variety: Try different beers without committing to a full case or six-pack.
Environmental Benefits: Reusable growlers reduce packaging waste compared to single-use bottles and cans.
Local Support: Growler fills often support local craft breweries directly.
Growler Freshness Tips
To maintain beer quality in a growler:
- Consume within 24-48 hours once opened
- Keep refrigerated at all times
- Unopened growlers can last 1-2 weeks refrigerated
- Clean thoroughly between fills