Alcohol and Training

So what happens when you consume alcoholic beverages after a workout?
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In this study, males did resistance training, steady state cardiovascular exercise, and high intensity interval training all in one session.
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After, they were either given just a protein meal, protein and alcohol, or carbohydrates and alcohol (vodka and orange juice). They consumed an average of 12 +-2 alcoholic beverages and muscle protein synthesis was measured as soon as the exercise was over, at 2hrs, and at 8hrs.
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So what’s the damage of getting hammered after a workout?
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With adequate protein after a workout the repair/build process is, for this example, 100%. That meaning no impairment of recovery or muscle built.
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When you consume protein plus alcohol that is reduced by 23%. When no protein was consumed and only vodka and orange juice was consumed it reduced muscle protein synthesis by 37%.
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At the cellular level, alcohol suppressed the key signaling molecule mTOR, required for muscle repair after exercise.
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As a side note, the protein and alcohol group had a lower blood alcohol level compared to the exact same amount of alcohol consumed with carbohydrates. Take that as you will.
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So yes, if you have a super awesome workout you could reduce your ability to recover and get better by as much as around 40%.
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With this knowledge you should probably consider scheduling your turn up a different day than your hardest workout of the week.