every question you have asked is answered by common sense and the simplest google search.
But, short answer is each of the conditions you mention is exacerbated by alcohol consumption. in the case of gout it may actually be the cause.
Re alcohol type:
Foods or drinks that are rich in purine (an aromatic organic compound), such as beer, distilled liquor, and wine, are known to trigger gout attacks. Moreover, grain-based alcohol, such as beer, that contains gluten is known to trigger joint pain and flare-up the symptoms of RA