Found 1 items, similar to Bead proof.
English → English (gcide) Definition: Bead proof Bead proof \Bead" proof`\ 1. Among distillers, a certain degree of strength in alcoholic liquor, as formerly ascertained by the floating or sinking of glass globules of different specific gravities thrown into it; now ascertained by more accurate meters. [1913 Webster] 2. A degree of strength in alcoholic liquor as shown by beads or small bubbles remaining on its surface, or at the side of the glass, when shaken. [1913 Webster]