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.
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.