Some people resort to its consumption before sleep to expedite sleep latency, that is, to reduce the gap between going to bed ...

Alcohol is often used as a sleep aid – with some people crediting a "nightcap" with helping them fall asleep more easily.

If alcohol is consumed before bed, it can initially have a sedative effect—making you fall asleep more quickly. But while we may think a nightcap shortens the time it takes to fall asleep ...