How to have an awkward conversation with this guy?

So I work with this guy. I’m slightly superior in role to him. I like him a lot. He told me when he was drunk that he likes me a lot. I want his word sober.

The frustrations are becoming pretty obvious between us and we are both practically begging for each others attention none stop
Which is making us unproductive as hell.

I’m thinking of asking him outright if what he said is true. I will ask him to be honest and promise it’s just between us two. If he admits it which he will I’m just going to tell him honestly. I’m going to tell him, because of my role he needs to be the boss between us and instigate any moves. What do we think? And any helpful advice?
How to have an awkward conversation with this guy?
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