In general, after consuming the same amount of alcohol and comparing people of similar weight, who tends to reach a higher blood alcohol concentration?

Correct answer

Women.

Women tend to reach a higher blood alcohol concentration, partly because of average differences in body composition and water available to distribute alcohol. This is a general tendency, not a rule determining the effect in every person. Amount consumed, weight, time, health and other factors also matter. Neither sex is protected against impaired driving: avoid alcohol if you will drive.