[Real Talk] The Booze Thread

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  1. IFM

    IFM HODOR HODOR HODOR

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    Alchohol is a fun thing, or maybe that is my inner booze bag talking :)

    Recently I have been trying to shift away from drinking purely to get drunk and enjoying the other aspects of alcohol. I think it is a truly great social lubricant that has the potential to turn a boring night into an electrifying experience. On the other hand it does have its downsides, which are many. Alcoholism is rampant in our society and it can lead to serious health draw backs. So what is your opinion on the drug our ancestors fought to keep off prohibition? What are your favorite drinks? (I'm always looking for ideas! Personally I recommend Whiskey with Vernors!) How is alcohol treated differently in other societies? alcohol :)
     
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    Drinking is sinful and you should be punished in hell for your wrongdoings
     
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  3. IFM

    IFM HODOR HODOR HODOR

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    Love you too
     
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    IFM aren't you like 9 years old

    But yeah, booze is pretty great. I'm not really big on drinking just to get drunk as I've always thought that was self-destructive, but as a social drinker its nice to be able to go somewhere, grab a beer, and then get just silly enough to talk to strangers for hours on end, which I definitely wouldn't do as easily without having some alcohol in my system.
     
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  5. Celestial Phantom

    Celestial Phantom YAHA

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    To be honest...I'm surprised you haven't made a thread on this already.

    As for my opinion, I honestly dislike alcohol coming from a family whose paternal side has a long standing history of life problems related to the stuff. So, I'm one of the few from that family who honestly haven't gotten caught up at least in the negative aspects of it. I'll probably never have any alcohol in my life which is a goal I intend to keep, but it's never a bad thing for people to indulge in on special occasions or celebrating something big otherwise life would get too boring. Guess for the most part I don't need alcohol as something to help raise some fun or get me talking to people I've never met or do something different that can come with the fun of the stuff.
     
  6. ! HC ! Angelite

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    I love me some Argentine red wine.
     
  7. The Dude

    The Dude The Mannis

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    I usually only drink when I go out to a restaurant or at home at certain holidays like New Years. I don't drink to get drunk but for socialising and I like the taste of some lol. Drinking at parties and shit is pretty big around here and I generally try to avoid it since a lot go overboard and I don't wanna do that.
     
  8. Bamarah

    Bamarah "Baton Pass Elite"

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    So you like drink huh?

    Being that I had my 1st beer at 12 (Thanks big brother, 1 of 3) it didn't do much. But as the years progressed I was 1 of those teens that did drink to get fucked up. I wouldn't hesitate to grab some Cuervo 1800 tequila, Everclear, Old English or Saint Ides 40's (Yeah, I grew up in hood), Mad Dog 20/20, Cisco or anything else I could get my hands on.

    In my 20's I kinda slowed down on the drinking as I became more of a pot head & I hated to mix the 2. If I was clubbing, nothing a like Long Island Iced Tea or whatever beer didn't taste nasty to me.

    Now in my 30's, the only time I drink is when I go to Tijuana, Mexico to bet on the NFL as I love their Bloody Marys with Vodka. Occasionally I'll drink some NewCastles with spicy Clamato juice.


    On a serious note, drinking is not something that you should be proud of as there's better things to do with your life as it can quickly become a habit & pretty much end up as an addiction.

    My father was an alcoholic, but the only thing I know is the stories my older brothers & sisters share with me to this day as he stopped drinking once I was born. I did get to see him drunk (Must have relapsed or something) when I was 15 & honestly I was completely ashamed to see the man that I respected & admired as my father be in such a state. Before he passed away he told me that his greatest mistake in life was picking up the bottle.

    You have the right to live your life however you want but understand that alcohol is not the solution to any problems you might have.

    Also, I'm a natural extrovert so I don't need substances of any kind to converse with strangers. Maybe you can work on getting some confidence within yourself so you don't have to reserve to drinking either.
     
  9. Afro Smash

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    I enjoy drinking at parties and clubs but thats about it, it helps you unwind and become more sociable, but i never drink too much to the point where im not in control of what im doing. I generally just drink Cider and Vodka mixes. I never drink alcohol outside of these situations because, well, non alcoholic drinks are just far nicer imo.
     
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    Alcohol, like most other things, is controversial for the single reason that its abuse can have devastating consequences. However, it should be considered a mechanism of social development and a great icebreaker for some situations. Drinking alone is, in my opinion, a sign of addiction and depression, just like drugs. It is often the company of those you drink with, and not the power of the drink itself, that gets you in trouble.
    Here's my personal story and a good reason to why you shouldn't drink too much, posted on New Years' Eve, and happening around mid-December:

    http://pastebin.com/Cx8kaUqr
     
  11. The Simpson Menace

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    Amen to that.
     
  12. Xinc

    Xinc Time for Oras?

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    Not a big fan of drinking. My first legal drink was champagne and I disliked it due to the spicy burning feeling. It's alright if you drink though as long as you don't drink too much.

    Also, obligatory IFM best drunk john.
     
  13. Duster

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    i will only drink wine if i eat good food (never)
     
  14. Aurist

    Aurist I do not jump for joy. I frolic in doubt.

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    I don't drink that much but Gin is my drink of choice. And no tonic is allowed within fifty feet of my drink. Fruit juice, ginger beer, lemonade, etc is all good. I'm partial to a beer or two. I can drink most things really. I just don't often have an excuse to, lol
     
  15. Samphire

    Samphire Too much hard work!

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    I am mainly a wine drinker. My favourite at the moment is a nice red, a Cotes du Rhone. It has a bit of warmth and spice, but also a freshness to it, as sometimes heavy red wines are overbearing to me, even in winter when I am more prone to drink them.

    I do not like sweet wines though, unless they are a dessert wine in small quantities.
    In terms of spirits, I don't like vodka, but like gin, whiskey, rum. Not a big fan of Amaretto or almond/aniseed liqueurs. And port gives me an insta-headache, I don't agree with it at all. Brandy is all good in the hood though.
     
  16. Dr. Doom

    Dr. Doom Long time hater of stall

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    I don't drink alcohol. I'm not religious or anything, I just don't like the taste. I had a shot of something in Croatia (the locals called it Firewater) and it smelt like paint thinner. It felt like it was stripping the inside of my throat off. I don't see the appeal in getting drunk - it's like smoking weed, you become a complete idiot.
     
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    On a more serious note, alcohol really is a two-edged sword. It's fantastic as a social lubricant, and it can really spark a night out. On the other hand, it's a pretty powerful drug no matter how you look at it, and because it's widely accepted, people don't take it nearly as seriously as they should. There's been 2 serious cases of alcoholism in my close family, so I'm especially careful not to cross a line or something. Fortunately I'm the kind of person that always wants to be in control (coupled with the fact I can't even hold down 3 liters water like wtf Insane Soul) means I'll probably never be completely wasted in my life. And there's also so much truth in the statement "It is often the company of those you drink with, and not the power of the drink itself, that gets you in trouble" it isn't even funny. I'm so glad most of my friends actually know their limits and don't think it's fun or cool to be completely out of this world.
     
  18. Big Bad Booty Daddy

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    lol aren't you 16
     
  19. Finchinator

    Finchinator IT’S FINK DUMBASS

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    Isn't he from the UK?

    If so, they have pretty strange Drinking Laws.

     
  20. Maple Syrup

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    One time, I drank and it tasted like shit and it ruined my night.

    But otherwise I love the taste of basically anything cause it makes you warm inside :) Though I think hard brandy (rakija) is the best.

    Also it sucks being below age eh?
     
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    I'm 18 hello.

    Real talk this is the ID i use to get in:
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  22. IFM

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    That looks like a 12 year old in the picture. They take that?
     
  23. T-Dogg

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    Lately I've become a massive fan of cider, probably due to my massive sweet tooth.
     
  24. Samphire

    Samphire Too much hard work!

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    Gross. Dry ciders are the best.
    Dry > sweet with booze in general really.
     
  25. Afro Smash

    Afro Smash Mfw I'm living the Australian dream

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    Yh, im always worried they wont, but i guess it proves im 18
     
  26. Hannah

    Hannah Come a little closer

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    Maybe they don't really care as long as they make money off you, eh'

    Also if cops do decide to get you maybe you get cool ones like in Superbad.


    I don't drink that much anymore (mostly because of that Indigo fiasco. no logs. pls) and the last I drank was because my mom urged me to! Pretty weird family eh?

    Anyways, alcohol in general tastes pretty bad and most flavored ones are just terrible. I do like the taste of Bailey's and Tequilla rose because they taste like milkshakes with a kick.
     
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    In all seriousness~

    When it comes to drinking a lot, I'm really not that much of a fan. There's too much alcoholism in my family for me to drink heavily, and since in NYC all the rich posh kids lash out at their overprotective families by drinking in the same warehouse every other day, and after about a week, it gets pretty boring. I'll drink for like school dances (Senior year thing) or the U18 clubs they'll throw every month over here, since I rarely enjoy anything social without a bit of pre-game, I hate 85% of people here so yeah.

    I dislike carbonation which is the exact reason I don't drink Soda, but I get over it because I'll always prefer beer. My Dad has been shoving beer in my face for the last 3 months because he wants to "prepare me for College." Although I don't drink during baseball season so it does not leave me much time to drink.

    You're all dirty fucks
     
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    Samph you should try some plum wine. Super sweet but also extremely delicious.
     
  29. T-Dogg

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    No way Samph, sweet booze is so good!

    Also baileys + ice cream is very delicious.
     
  30. Samphire

    Samphire Too much hard work!

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    I hate sweet wines. Always have. I have tried lots of sweet wines and still don't like 'em. I'll have a tiny amount, but I cannot drink them to the usual quantity, a small wine glass at most, probably less than that. I just find more dry or fruity wines have more flavour to me and a nice bite to them, whereas I find sweet wines kinda dull the flavours.
     
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    I love drinking, even though I almost never do it, in 2013 I had alcohol twice. And like a lot of people I hate the taste of alcohol, but that's why people invented mixed drinks! Haha I like to drink Vodka with orange or blueberry juice. The only thing I hate about this thread is how serious people get...
     
  32. Froggy

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    I drink at parties but rarely get drunk, I tend to like beer, and clear hard liquor at parties like vodka and sometimes rum. I like wine during holidays and normally will just drink what is available where I am at (If i know the host)

    I WILL NOT DRINK WHISKY haha bad experience last time I did I drank like 10 shots of cheap whisky at a party and some girl gave me rum and i didn't realize i mixed clear and dark. Next thing I remember is waking up to my roommate dumping a bottle of water on my head at 8am asking my Suit Mate "Is he ok?" (My roommate dun drink and obv. does not know how to deal w someone who drank t much) but I then had the aftertaste of whisky in my throat for 2 days and didn't want to drink for like a month. Bad hangover! So now i just avoid Whisky :p
     
  33. Maple Syrup

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    Have you guys heard of neknom??

    Its something really recent that has blown up insanely.

    It started in Ireland and the concept is you drink alcohol. Usually some nasty shit or just a lot of it. You take a video of you doing it and post it on Facebook or YouTub. Then you nominate three other people to do the same thing.

    I was just wondering if you have heard of it.



    I do not endorse this type of behavior especially if you are underage.
     
  34. Afro Smash

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    yh its all over my newsfeed, i dont get stuff like that to be honest, because i dont know whos gaining anything from it.
     
  35. Ascarotte

    Ascarotte Well-Known Member Forum Moderator Channel Leader Forum Moderator Channel Leader

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    Well the alcohol industry gets another tiny boost from more pointless consumption of alcohol, if anything.

    I don't drink alcohol. Maybe once a year, I might have a sip of limoncello or a cocktail, but that's about it. I usually drink juice when drinking with other people.

    To me, alcohol is for cooking. In the past few days, I've used brandy to make an apricot sauce for pork chops, and lager for a Thai basil chicken dish.
     
  36. Big Bad Booty Daddy

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    (00:37:56) Versace Python: On my 8th shot it was speed round
    (00:38:01) Versace Python: my throat needed a fire department
    (00:38:05) IFM: what type of liquor?
    (00:38:10) Versace Python: Everclear
    (00:38:13) IFM: oh fuck
    (00:38:18) IFM: holy fuckity fuck
    (00:38:21) Versace Python: Ya
    (00:38:23) Versace Python: good night
    (00:38:23) IFM: ok
    (00:38:25) IFM: you win
    (00:38:27) Versace Python: I do
    (00:38:28) Versace Python: What
    (00:38:29) IFM: im not even that stupid
    (00:38:33) Versace Python: I was
    (00:38:33) Versace Python: Alright
    (00:38:34) Versace Python: n_n
    (00:38:39) IFM: time period?
    (00:38:46) Versace Python: I took the shots around
    (00:38:47) Versace Python: 10
    (00:38:50) Versace Python: Felt fucked up until 12
    (00:38:56) IFM: was it the
    (00:38:58) Versace Python: then slowly sobered until 2:45
    (00:39:01) IFM: 151 or the 190 proof
    (00:39:15) IFM: im guessing it had to be 151
    (00:39:30) Versace Python: Well
    (00:39:35) Versace Python: I'm gonna guess former because
    (00:39:48) Versace Python: They said "this isnt as strong as the everclear we had last time"
    (00:39:54) IFM: ya
    (00:39:56) MeowMix: cased
    (00:39:57) IFM: the 190 one
    (00:40:00) MeowMix: you took 8 shots
    (00:40:00) IFM: isnt legal everywhere
    (00:40:02) MeowMix: of everclear
    (00:40:05) MeowMix: ,,,,,,,
    (00:40:09) Versace Python: Yeah
    (00:40:14) Versace Python: What
    (00:40:32) MeowMix: were these like
    (00:40:35) MeowMix: real shot glasses
    (00:40:40) MeowMix: or like little sips from the bottle
    (00:40:48) +Hikari: sips imo
    (00:41:06) Versace Python: shot glasses
    (00:41:07) Versace Python: although
    (00:41:09) Versace Python: they were knda
    (00:41:13) Versace Python: small for shot glasses
    (00:41:16) MeowMix: ok
    (00:41:18) Versace Python: like I've seen shot glasses bigger
    (00:41:28) MeowMix: for fucks sake though man
    (00:41:32) Versace Python: And they didn't fill it all the way to the top after the 4th round
    (00:41:37) MeowMix: 8 shots of everclear can put you in the hospital
    (00:41:40) Versace Python: But it
    (00:41:41) Versace Python: didn't
    (00:41:42) Versace Python: n_n
    (00:41:48) +Hikari: MeowMix is like a mother for cased

    gg pussies drink till you pee in the sink

    disregard my other post college is great
     
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    I had a delicious glass of riesling the other night with a salmon dinner :>
     
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    Insane Soul Griffith did nothing wrong.

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    Bumping to show my miserable drunken self again.
     
  40. Dasdardly

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    Hi my name is Dasdardly and I'm an alcoholic.
    (yeah that's not funny)
    My mom and dad both have substance abuse problems, both involving but not limited to alcohol. It's ran on both sides for generations.
    I bartended last year and ended up having less money than pretty much ever, I joined the Navy to get away from alcohol tbh. I still drink with friends and whatnot, but I try not to go overboard so much. I used to get smashed any time I was in contact with any alcohol, but I've learned to tone it down and appreciate drinking some.
    When it comes to what I drink, there isn't much I don't like. I like a lot of craft beer (nobody's said anything about beer yet '-'). IPAs, Belgians, Stouts, I like most of them. But my roommates hate anything that resembles real beer, only drinking shit-ass light beer and cider. I can sort of get behind cider, but most of them have a funk that I just can't get used to. As far as liquors go, I like spiced rum and irish whiskey mixers. I'm not huge on shots anymore, but I'll do honey whiskey, jager, or fireball if the occasion calls for it...

    AND AS FOR EVERCLEAR
    There's no way you did 8 shots of actual everclear cased lol (at least not 190 proof; 8 shots of 151 is doable I guess but I wouldn't recommend).
    My friends and I went through a shit-dumb phase where we'd only drink everclear. Most I ever did was 3 shots and 2 mixers through the night. Everclear is seriously the worst drunk.