Convert pint (US) to hogshead
Please provide values below to convert pint (US) [pt (US)] to hogshead [hogshead], or Convert hogshead to pint (US).
How to Convert Pint (Us) to Hogshead
1 pt (US) = 0.00198412700402808 hogshead
Example: convert 15 pt (US) to hogshead:
15 pt (US) = 15 × 0.00198412700402808 hogshead = 0.0297619050604212 hogshead
Pint (Us) to Hogshead Conversion Table
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Pint (Us)
A pint (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 16 US fluid ounces or approximately 473.176 milliliters.
History/Origin
The US pint originated from the British imperial pint but was standardized in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used primarily for measuring liquids like milk and beer.
Current Use
The US pint is commonly used in the United States for measuring beverages, dairy products, and other liquids in cooking, retail, and food service industries.
Hogshead
A hogshead is a large unit of volume traditionally used for measuring liquids such as wine, beer, and spirits, equivalent to approximately 63 gallons or 238 liters.
History/Origin
The hogshead originated in medieval England as a measurement for large casks or barrels, with its size varying regionally. It was historically used in trade and storage of alcoholic beverages.
Current Use
Today, the hogshead is primarily used in the wine and spirits industries for barrel aging and measurement, though it is largely replaced by metric units in most official contexts.