It's important to note that the stages of alcohol intoxication can vary widely from person to person and are influenced by a number of factors, including the amount of alcohol consumed, the rate at which it is consumed, the person's age, weight, and sex, and whether they have consumed any other substances. Generally, there are seven stages of alcohol intoxication that are commonly recognized:
  1. Stage 1: Sobriety or Subclinical Intoxication (BAC of 0.01 - 0.05): Someone is this stage is unlikely to appear intoxicated. Judgment and reaction time may be slightly impaired depending on the person. Typically 1 standard drink will get you to this stage.
  2. Stage 2: Euphoria (BAC of 0.03 - 0.12): At this stage, commonly known as being 'tipsy', an individual may feel relaxed, more confident and have slightly impaired judgment and coordination. Typically 1-5 standard drinks will get you to this stage depending on the individual.
  3. Stage 3: Excitement (BAC of 0.09 - 0.25): At this stage, an individual may have slurred speech, impaired balance, and altered mood. A person will appear visibly drunk to those around them in this stage.
  4. Stage 4: Confusion (BAC of 0.18 - 0.30): At this stage, an individual may have significant impairment in judgment, coordination, and memory. They may also experience nausea and vomiting. "Blacking out" or losing memory of events that occurred while drinking, without actually passing out can happen at this stage.
  5. Stage 5: Stupor (BAC of 0.25 and 0.40): At this stage, a person may be unconscious or semi-conscious and may not be able to respond to stimuli. They may have trouble breathing and may need assistance to stay upright.
  6. Stage 6: Coma (BAC of 0.35 and 0.45): A coma is a state of profound unconsciousness in which a person is not able to respond to stimuli or communicate
  7. Stage 7: Death (BAC of 0.45 and above): In extreme cases, alcohol intoxication can lead to death.