In the US, technically, beer is not a considered a liquor, but is an alcoholic drink an the same laws apply as those that pertain to Bourbon, scotch, vodka, etc.
The saying is "Beer before liquor, never been sicker; liquor before beer, you're in the clear." It suggests that consuming liquor before beer may lead to feeling unwell.
In New York, liquor stores are not allowed to sell beer because of state regulations that separate the sale of liquor and beer to different types of establishments. Liquor stores are licensed to sell only liquor and wine, while beer can be sold in convenience stores, grocery stores, and other designated outlets.
Liquor contains far more alcohol per unit of volume than beer. A typical beer is somewhere around 5% alcohol, whereas liquor typically contains over 40%. This means it takes much less liquor to get intoxicated(drunk) vs beer. Liquor also dehydrates the body more because of the higher alcohol content. Beer contains a large amount of water and therefore helps combat this effect.
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Liquor like wiskey , moon shine (homemade beer, illegal)
Forever, liquor does not expire. However; Beer can lose it's suds, but does not expire. When opened: any liquor, including beer, can be stored with a seal to ensure small critters do not enter for your displeasure.
Go to a liquor store, genius. Saumensch!
It is a license that allows the business to sell Beer, Wine and Hard Liquor.
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Alcohol, whether in beer or liquor, can make you feel sleepy. The difference in effects between beer and liquor is more related to the amount of alcohol consumed rather than the type of alcohol. Drinking too much of either can lead to drowsiness and impaired coordination.
My favorite liquor is Grey Goose vodka, but I also like Jack Daniel's whiskey when I feel like a heavier liquor.