Your establishment specializes in craft beer. A patron orders a flight of five different beers, totaling approximately 20 oz (568 ml). After consuming the flight, they immediately order a pint of 8% ABV IPA (16 oz / 454 ml), which is considered a 'standard drink' equivalent of 1.5 standard drinks. What is your primary concern and action?

Question: Your establishment specializes in craft beer. A patron orders a flight of five different beers, totaling approximately 20 oz (568 ml). After consuming the flight, they immediately order a pint of 8% ABV IPA (16 oz / 454 ml), which is considered a 'standard drink' equivalent of 1.5 standard drinks. What is your primary concern and action?

Answer options:

• Serve the pint, as beer flights are considered samplers and don't count towards intoxication. ✅ Refuse the pint, as the patron has consumed too much alcohol and is likely approaching intoxication.
• Serve the pint, but advise them to drink water and offer some food.
• Serve the pint, but discreetly ask a colleague to monitor the patron.

Correct answer: Refuse the pint, as the patron has consumed too much alcohol and is likely approaching intoxication.

Explanation: A server must monitor a patron's consumption and signs of intoxication. A flight of 20 oz of various beers, even if lower ABV, followed immediately by a 1.5 standard drink equivalent, could quickly lead to intoxication, especially depending on the patron's individual factors. The server's primary responsibility is to prevent intoxication, so refusing further service for potentially dangerous consumption levels is essential. Options A, C, and D risk serving an already intoxicated or rapidly intoxicating patron.