The campaign “Drink Responsibly. #SexResponsibly” would be the first step in an effort to drive real change in the way society – and the spirits industry – thinks about and talks about the connection between responsible drinking and consensual sex.

Some associated “drink responsibly” with the ability to “hold one's drink“, stating that it means: “drinks very well, but don't get drunk“, and “drink to your satisfaction, but don't misbehave“. Other interpretations included: “know your limit” and “drink in moderation“.

Through the Sober Truth on Underage Drinking Act, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) created the “Talk. They Hear You.”® campaign to address the problem of underage drinking and substance misuse.

Alcohol can affect the way your body uses some drugs. A drug may not work correctly, or it could be dangerous or make you sick if combined with alcohol. If alcohol use runs in your family, you may be at a higher risk of having an alcohol problem yourself. Not drinking at all might be best for you.

'When we say “responsible” drinking, we refer to the enjoyment of alcohol drinks by adults who choose to drink in a manner that does not harm others and minimizes risk of harm to the consumer.

Proponents of temperance, teetotalism and prohibition came to be known as the "drys". There was still a focus on the working class, but also their children.

DrinkWise aims to: Promote a generational change in the way Australians consume alcohol. Increase the age that young Australians are introduced to alcohol, as evidence has shown that alcohol can impact the development of the adolescent brain.

Expand Section. Responsible drinking means more than just limiting yourself to a certain number of drinks. It also means not getting drunk and not letting alcohol control your life or your relationships.

Alcohol Safety

1. Keep an eye on your friends.
2. Have a backup plan.
3. Know what you're drinking.
4. Trust your instincts.
5. Don't leave a drink unattended.
6. Don't accept drinks from people you don't know or trust.
7. Check in with yourself.
8. Be aware of sudden changes in the way your body feels.

To reduce the risk of alcohol-related harms, the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that adults of legal drinking age can choose not to drink, or to drink in moderation by limiting intake to 2 drinks or less in a day for men or 1 drink or less in a day for women, on days when alcohol is consumed.

Social drinking may be an endemic part of our society - and alcohol is an effective social lubricant in some situations - but drinking irresponsibly or excessively can lead to addiction and alcoholism. This isn't something that will happen overnight.

Responsible drinking messages are: Please drink responsibly; Don't drink and drive; For people over the age of [LPA] only; or Pregnant women should not drink alcohol.