Does Top Shelf Liquor Reduce Hangovers? The Science Behind Congeners
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A 2016 study found that drinkers with a faster ethanol elimination rate experienced less severe hangovers. Many people mistakenly believe that buying premium spirits is a guaranteed way to prevent a hangover, leading to the question: does top shelf liquor reduce hangovers? The answer is more complex than a simple 'yes' or 'no,' and involves understanding the role of chemical byproducts called congeners.
