the linear movements of karate i think would be a hinderance to drunken kung fu is circular i think i would have trouble transitioning to karate u have to be very flexible in hips and waist.... i have never take karate but i dont think karate stresses balance like drunken does u need great balance but the bottom line is despite these obsticles in the end its your committment and your discipline that will get u there... if you are enthusiastic of learning it pursue it