酒さけの上うえで

expression

under the influence of alcohol

Fixed expression meaning that an action or statement was done while drunk, often implying reduced responsibility or judgment.

• 酒さけの上うえで言いったことだから、気きにしないでください。

  I said it under the influence of alcohol, so please don't take it to heart.

• 酒さけの上うえでの失しっ敗ぱいは、よくあることだ。

  Mistakes made while drunk are common.