The average per year-per capita consumption of pure alcohol or ‘ethanol’ in USA is 2.33 gallons, or 8.80 liters. This places USA below the top 25 guzzling nations around the world, but is that cause for cheer? Associated alcohol consumption statistics paint another picture: in 2017, high-risk drinking rose from 10% of the population to 13%, and persons identified with alcohol use disorder rose from9% to 13% of the population!
This infographic highlights the state-wise consumption patterns of beer, wine and spirits, totaling to over 7.5 million gallons consumed annually. Time to think?
Infographic by – BetterAddictionCare