Why Does Alcohol Burn When You Drink It?

Mardi Gras time is upon us once again, which means it's the time of the year that people will be consuming lots of alcohol. Have you ever wondered why alcohol burns when you drink it? Vodka, tequila, bourbon, rum, it has nothing to do with the actual temperature of the liquid it has to do with the receptors in your mouth. Because we consider ourselves an educational program check out this video as it explains why liquor burns as you drink it.