A thread about booze? Now this is something I can get behind.
Bourbon, neat with a little water or on the rocks. Depending on the quality of the bourbon. I highly recomend Woodford Reserve, Makers Mark, Four Roses and Knob Creek as good sipping bourbons.
Also, a good vodka with a twist of lime is always quality. Rain, Stolis, Kettle One, etc.
I'll also happily drink a good scotch, but only on the rocks. I need to cut the peat flavor or else it don't like it.
Mix any of the above with a decent cigar or pipe tobacco. *swoons*
People who mix liquor with anything other than water are either women or poor college kids who can't afford good liquor. No other excuse suffices.
Light beers are not good. In fact, pilsners are not good with FEW exceptions. While I understand why people drink them, they are the same people who order Coffee and put cream and sugar in it.
If you like light bears, try a wheat beer. Hoegarden is EXCELLENT. It's got a real smooth lemony finish. mmmmmm. As a more widely available INTRO to wheat beers, try Blue Moon. It's brewed by Coors and it gives you the idea of what the CLASS of beer has to offer.
I almost never get drunk, but I drink 2-3 times a week. Bars are the easy place to hang out. However, if there is a special event it's not uncommon for me to end up unable to drive. Which is usually planned in advance for.
Like, for example, I had 2 friends get married this year. Bachelor parties and wedding receptions are good times.