Does alcohol move through a bloodstream faster?

No, alcohol does not move through the bloodstream faster. In fact, it is absorbed relatively slowly compared to other substances like caffeine or nicotine. The rate at which alcohol is absorbed depends on several factors, including the amount and type of alcohol consumed, the individual's weight and gender, and the presence or absence of food in the stomach. On average, it takes about 1-2 hours for a standard alcoholic drink (12 oz of beer, 5 oz of wine, or 1.5 oz of hard liquor) to be fully absorbed into the bloodstream.