[somehowadev]

Something I can finally contribute to on HN!

There’s probably a few causes for how we abuse alcohol in the UK.

1. Most pubs close relatively early (11pm-1am), so after work you don’t have too much time to spend before you have to decide between a club or home.

2. Anecdotally, although most people know their limits. I see people in my circles tend to drink at the rate of the fastest drinker and “catchup”, especially if doing rounds.

3. We do have a bit of a binge drinking culture. Our culture (in my opinion) tends to encourage getting drunk (as long as you don’t cause harm to others).

[xapata]

The culture of buying rounds causes a problem. You don't want to miss a round, because it's a free beer.