The Vapshot machine works by injecting a fine mist of spirits into the serving container under pressure. When served, the patron twists open the cap whereby it will 'pop' similar to uncorking a bottle of champagne and then a portion of the spirits will instantly vaporize, which can be consumed through a straw. The remaining drink still in liquid form can be enjoyed as if it was served in a traditional manner. There is flexibility in that users can create a vapor only shot, a shot of liquor with a vapor shot, or even a full mix drink with a vapor shot
Health experts have warned the machine , and 'inhaled' alcohols in general, are far riskier than just drinking traditional drinks. This is because taking on alcohol in this manner bypasses the digestive system as the alcohol is ingested directly to the bloodstream through the lungs, this could potentially cause dangerous levels of intoxication - especially if abused
'It is ill advised for experimentation among those under 21,' said Dr. Thomas Greenfield, Center Director at the National Alcohol Research Center in Emeryville, California. There could be inexperienced people at parties under peer pressure who may find themselves using this method of alcohol consumption. It might not be possible to self-regulate their consumption and teenagers just like adults can be drunk drivers too.'
The makers of the new gadget proclaim: 'What if there was a brand new way to enjoy your favorite alcoholic beverages that’ll get the party started faster and won’t slow you down? Something new, trendy and sciency…yeah, we just made up that word.' The company also seem to be revelling in the bad press that the inhaled alcohol machine has attracted. 'You’ve probably heard about it all over the news and now you can enjoy vaporized alcohol anytime at home or at one of your awesome parties. They do however address the safety concerns on its site, saying 'Because Vapshot is served in a regulated per serving size, it is possible to quantify the levels of intoxication and levels of acceptable ethyl alcohol in the lungs, which are both significantly lower than consumption of a traditional liquid shot or mixed drink.' They do also state that the effects can be felt more quickly because the method of delivery through the lungs is more efficient than the usual way of consuming alcohol where when you take a drink, it has to go into your mouth, down your throat, into your stomach, then intestines and finally into your bloodstream to your lungs and brain meaning that it takes a long time and a whole lot more alcohol to have the same effect.
Vapshot is the only laboratory tested product for vaporizing alcohol. Using information published by OSHA, one of the most respected agencies for safety, Vapshot is well within the acceptable levels for inhaling alcohol.
Whatever way you consume alcohol, stay safe, use a breathalyser before you drive to check that you are within the legal limits, dont loose your license www.alcohol-breathalysers.co.uk
Sounds very gimmicy to me , cant really see it taking off, but if it does I dread to think how lung related illnesses such as lung cancer would rise
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