How Much Wine Does It Take to Get You Drunk
Alcohol is a sneaky thing - it can creep up on you and suddenly you're singing karaoke to a crowd of strangers. But did you know that it's actually a depressant, not a stimulant? Yep, it slows down your brain function, which is why you might feel more relaxed and chatty after a few glasses... until you start slurring your words, that is.
So, how much wine are we talking about? Well, a standard glass of wine is about 5 ounces, and it usually contains around 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV). To give you a rough idea, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) defines binge drinking as consuming 4-5 glasses of wine for women, and 5-6 glasses for men, within a 2-hour period. But let's be real, who's counting, right?
Wine lovers will be happy to know that there are many factors that can influence how drunk you get, including the type of wine you're drinking. For example, a rich, full-bodied red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon might make you feel more tipsy than a crisp, dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc. And don't even get me started on dessert wines - those sweet, syrupy drinks can sneak up on you like a thief in the night!