I'd agree, alcohol can be a very socially useful drug, which, in moderation, probably enhances physical, social and mental wellbeing.
Unfortunately, as clinicians, we are perhaps trying to find objective variables which enable us to make a diagnosis, and we are perhaps focussing on measurable units, such as the amount of alcohol consumed, when we are trying to establish some sort of diagnosis.
The fact remains, though, that the original poster, although actually only drinking 3-4 whiskies per day, is now recognising, and describing symptoms directly related to his drinking- and very brave he is to, even on this anonomous forum.
Anyone not recognising this is probably living in denial
In terms of helping this individual, then there are some strategies available to you- moderation, controlling or abstainence- I'd agree, talk to one of the many helplines.
I think SS may have a point about the medical records issue.