On the eternal question of whether a tequila buzz is different in some essential way from a PBR buzz, the November issue of Esquire is noncommittal. All alcoholic drinks have the same psychoactive ingredient— ethanol—says the monthly’s Answer Fella. Still, other factors may intervene. Dr. Bankole Johnson, chair of UVA’s department of psychiatric medicine, is quoted explaining that for one thing, pairing tequila with a sugary mixer may cause the drinker to absorb the alcohol faster. So if you’re hoping your beverage makes you more aggressive, go ahead and toss in that spoonful of sugar. If not, sip slowly, and think bitter thoughts.
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