The difference between Drinkable and Potable
When used as nouns, drinkable means that which can be drunk, whereas potable means any drinkable liquid.
When used as adjectives, drinkable means able to be drunk (as liquid), whereas potable means good for drinking without fear of poisoning or disease.
check bellow for the other definitions of Drinkable and Potable
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Drinkable as an adjective:
Able to be drunk (as liquid).
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Drinkable as an adjective (of water):
Safe to drink.
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Drinkable as an adjective (of an alcoholic [[beverage]], especially [[wine]]):
Of good or satisfactory quality.
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Drinkable as a noun (usually in plural):
That which can be drunk.
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Potable as an adjective:
Good for drinking without fear of poisoning or disease.
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Potable as a noun:
Any drinkable liquid; a beverage.