Do you get drunk after a shot? Understanding the Effects of One Drink
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According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a standard 1.5-ounce shot of distilled spirits contains the same amount of pure alcohol as a 12-ounce beer. Therefore, it is entirely possible to get drunk after a shot, with the level of intoxication depending on a variety of personal and situational factors.