Holiday Tip
December 21st, 2007 |Rate of absorption of alcohol depends on several factors. It is quickest, for example, when alcohol is drunk on an empty stomach and the concentration of alcohol is 20-30%. Thus, sherry, with an alcohol concentration of about 20% increases the levels of alcohol in blood more rapidly than beer (3-8%), while spirits (40%) delay gastric emptying and inhibit absorption. Drinks aerated with carbon dioxide—for example, whisky and soda, and champagne—get into the system quicker.
2 Responses to “Holiday Tip”
So that’s why that couple bottles of Victory Golden Monkey and Maredsous hits me harder/faster than the Margaritas!
You learn something new every day!
I’m so proud of you…contemplating alcohol this early in the morning. You’re finally seeing the nature of things.