Is alcohol known as a depressant or a stimulant?

Question: Is alcohol known as a depressant or a stimulant?
- Keywords:
  alcohol,
  depressant,
  stimulant
Asked by sasha to Carmen on 11 Mar 2015.
- Carmen Denman answered on 11 Mar 2015:
  
  Hi Sasha,
  
  Definitely a depressant. There is some great information on how alcohol and overuse affects our bodies and overall health here http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/check-the-facts/health-effects-of-alcohol/mental-health/alcohol-and-mental-health?gclid=CPPQr4KzoMQCFWbnwgodZzwAOQ
  
  Cheers!
  
  Carmen

Question: Is alcohol known as a depressant or a stimulant?