Alcohol & Tattoos: Can I Drink Before I Ink?

Today's Tattoo Corner topic is about drinking alcohol before getting tattooed. Matt asks:

Q) Hi Jinxi, A friend of mine told me that he always drinks before getting tattooed, but I have heard that it's not a good idea.  Do you have any advice when it comes to drinking and inking?

You can read my answer to Matt's question here.

Have you ever arrived at a tattoo appointment inebriated? Do you know of anyone who has?
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