Looking for a bit of advice here - do you think it's possible to drink alcohol and manage bipolar at the same time?

I'm BP2 and my last 2 episodes (hypomania and depression) have come after having a drink. I don't drink regularly but when I do I usually end up getting drunk. I've gone sober a few times before in my life and that did seem to help. 

I guess I want to know if any of yall have experience with managing bipolar and drinking, or if you've found that going sober is the best thing for yourself.

I'm on Depakote and Duloxetine if that helps.

Thanks in advance, and stay strong out there!!