Just for the record, and I'm surprised that nobody has mentioned this yet: Alcohol is a highly permeable neurotoxin that is carried by the bloodstream to all cells in the body, including the hair cells and sensory nerve endings of the inner ear. Even a single drink temporarily impairs hearing. This is particularly well-known to sufferers of age-related or noise-induced hearing loss and/or tinnitus.
Having said that, I frequently enjoy a nice single-malt while I'm listening, fully aware of the tradeoff I'm making.
Having said that, I frequently enjoy a nice single-malt while I'm listening, fully aware of the tradeoff I'm making.