Why do people often smoke after alcoholic beverages?

Question

Why do people often smoke after alcoholic beverages?

Answer 1

it intensifies the buzz  I believe. When I got drunk oh back in high school I didn't smoke but had friends that did there for I smoked and that made the buzz more stronger

Answer 2

Good question:  Alcohol IS a depressant, but it's also a vasodilator, which means that it dilates the blood vessels throughout the body.....that's why when you've been drinking alcohol, you get "bloodshot" eyes and a flushed facial look.  And in the lungs, the same thing happens....after a couple drinks, the dilation of the pulmonary venous structure gives people the "urge" for a smoke......

Christopher

Answer 3

Because alcohol is a depressant and nicotine is a stimulant.  It prolongs the buzz.

You could also argue that since alcohol lessens inhibitions, someone who knows better is more inclined to smoke with friends who do.

Answer 4

because they like that continuous head rush.

Answer 5

too much alcohol makes one feel worthless and sad. smoking afterwords helps calm you down and give your mind a relaxation period.