Forties to Growlers Converter
Convert volume measurements from forties (40 oz bottles) to growlers (64 oz) quickly and accurately. Enter any forties value and get the equivalent in growlers.
Common Forties to Growlers Conversions
| Forties | Growlers (64 oz) |
|---|---|
| 1 forty | 0.625 growlers |
| 1.6 forties | 1 growler |
| 2 forties | 1.25 growlers |
| 4 forties | 2.5 growlers |
| 5 forties | 3.125 growlers |
| 8 forties | 5 growlers |
| 10 forties | 6.25 growlers |
| 16 forties | 10 growlers |
| 20 forties | 12.5 growlers |
How to Convert Forties to Growlers
Converting forties to growlers helps compare two popular beer container formats. A forty contains 40 fluid ounces of beer, while a standard growler holds 64 fluid ounces (half a gallon).
The Conversion Formula
The formula to convert forties to growlers is based on their fluid ounce values:
This formula works because one forty equals 40 fluid ounces, and one growler equals 64 fluid ounces. The conversion factor is 0.625, meaning each forty is 5/8 of a growler.
Example 1: Converting 4 Forties to Growlers
growlers = 4 x (40 / 64)
growlers = 4 x 0.625
Result: 2.5 growlers
Example 2: Converting 8 Forties to Growlers
growlers = 8 x (40 / 64)
growlers = 8 x 0.625
Result: 5 growlers
What Is a Forty?
A forty (also written as "40" or "40 oz") is a glass or plastic bottle containing 40 fluid ounces of beer, approximately 1.18 liters. This bottle size became popular in the United States for malt liquor and certain beer brands, offering a large single-serving format.
What Is a Growler?
A growler is a reusable glass, ceramic, or stainless steel jug used to transport draft beer. The standard growler holds 64 fluid ounces (half a gallon or approximately 1.89 liters). Growlers are popular at craft breweries and taprooms, allowing customers to take fresh draft beer home. They're designed to be filled, sealed, and consumed within a few days to maintain freshness.
Why Convert Forties to Growlers?
This conversion is useful for:
- Craft Beer Planning: Comparing packaged beer to draft quantities
- Party Planning: Estimating how much beer to bring or purchase
- Value Comparison: Understanding price differences between formats
- Serving Estimates: Calculating portions for gatherings
Quick Reference
Key conversion facts:
- 1 forty = 0.625 growlers (5/8 of a growler)
- 1 growler = 1.6 forties
- 8 forties = 5 growlers exactly
- A growler is 60% larger than a forty