Quality does not mean that it's stronger. This could mean the flavors is better. It's not damaging, the world would be way better off without alcohol. I can tell you that much right now. While y'all fry your brains on that literal poison (includes weed), you're not doing anything productive in your life or in society. 

It is supreme weakness if you must fall back on alcohol in the face of difficulty. Escape the prison and find your way to freedom.