I have a very weak stomach when it comes to alcohol. Help me not embarrass myself on my 21st birthday! [more inside]
posted by showbiz_liz on Nov 23, 2008 - 40 answers

How do I politely decline 21st birthday drinks? [more inside]
posted by rachaelfaith on Nov 14, 2008 - 29 answers

At what point does a person have a drinking problem? [more inside]
posted by sixcolors on Nov 10, 2008 - 29 answers

Help a beer drinker expand his horizons a little bit. What's a good place to get an absinthe cocktail in Manhattan (or anywhere else in New York)? [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet on Oct 21, 2008 - 10 answers

Questions about drinking and sexing before a UTI is completely treated. [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Oct 17, 2008 - 8 answers

What can I expect when I quit drinking in a couple of weeks? [more inside]
posted by 2or3whiskeysodas on Oct 6, 2008 - 29 answers

I'm looking for beers that correspond to elements on the periodic table. Arsenic (As) = Asahi, Titanium (Ti) = Tiger, Potassium (K) = Kingfisher, and so on. I've got a lot of gaps- please help! [more inside]
posted by twirlypen on Sep 16, 2008 - 78 answers

I'm in my mid 30s, been drinking beer for what seems like forever so why is it suddenly making me sick when I drink it? [more inside]
posted by nougat on Sep 16, 2008 - 8 answers

Where can I find replacements for a much-loved set of nautical-themed cocktail glasses? My family owned a set of glasses adorned with nautical signal flags with accompanying fun drinking-related translations, such as 'Oscar - Your lights are out' and 'Delta - Am maneuvering with difficulty.' Now they're mostly gone. Can the hive mind find us replacements? [more inside]
posted by There's No I In Meme on Aug 12, 2008 - 3 answers

Oahu filter: If you could only hike once, where would you go; where would you buy tiki objects to bring back with you (some sort of cross between cheap and beautiful?); and is tonight, 08/08/08, special in Chinatown? [more inside]
posted by omnigut on Aug 8, 2008 - 7 answers

HawaiiFi: I'm going to Oahu for a week after just getting dumped by the local Hawaiian girl I was meant to go with. I wouldn't really go somewhere that touristy otherwise, and have no intention of surfing or going to hotel bars. What I would like, however, is an authentic local experience, in some seedy, out-of-the-way bar. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by omnigut on Jul 25, 2008 - 13 answers

I would like others to explain to me why some non-Christian people abstain from certain “sinful” activities…and how to interact with them. [more inside]
posted by sixcolors on Jul 24, 2008 - 58 answers

Is my weak bladder just a weak bladder, or a sign of something else? [more inside]
posted by lukeo05 on Jul 3, 2008 - 7 answers

Does a father's moderate drinking, around insemination, affect conception rates or baby health? I've googled aplenty, but the info that I've found is consistently of poor quality, with lots of assertions and opinions but no data regarding actual outcomes, either for conception rates or a baby's development. I'm not interested in stories about damaged sperm, but rather solid evidence about babies, either the lack of babies or damage to their health. And I'm talking about consumption levels comfortably within the moderate range, so alcholic malnutrition and whatnot don't factor in. Thanks!
posted by NortonDC on Jun 14, 2008 - 10 answers

My doctor told me to quit drinking. I'm a moderate drinker (I think), but I'm having a difficult time with giving it up. Also, what do I tell people? [more inside]
posted by desjardins on May 27, 2008 - 47 answers

Is there any way to prevent or alleviate the "asian glow" when drinking? [more inside]
posted by oranges on May 18, 2008 - 11 answers

Good pubs near the Carling Academy, Birmingham... [more inside]
posted by knapah on Apr 8, 2008 - 2 answers

Drinking even a small amount of alcohol leaves me with debilitating psychological effects that can last for days afterwards. The logical answer is of course to quit drinking, but I'd like first to explore other options. [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Apr 7, 2008 - 21 answers

In the US from 24th-31st May, what do we do! [more inside]
posted by jobby on Apr 5, 2008 - 15 answers

How easy is it for a Westerner to obtain and drink alcohol in Saudi Arabia? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Apr 4, 2008 - 7 answers

Relationship filter: So I am a freshmen in college and I really want to ask this girl out on a date, but I think there could be some issues with our lifestyles. She is a party all night long sleep all day kinda person and I am a more party for a while with friends then go relax at home. more inside. [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Apr 3, 2008 - 20 answers

Why did drinking tea + coffee make me feel very drained today? [more inside]
posted by gregb1007 on Mar 26, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm going out to drink with a group of friends on Saturday and I need some suggestions on where to go. It has to be a lounge preferably in the East Village area or the LES. Some are looking to dance and drink, or just drink so a lounge with cheap drinks and good music (hip hop, reggae, reggaeton, rock music prefered)... Know a place?
posted by turkishLola on Mar 11, 2008 - 6 answers

My husband wants to quit drinking. How can I help? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Mar 7, 2008 - 33 answers

Is it really possible to get and stay sober while your partner continues to drink? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Mar 4, 2008 - 17 answers

Going for quick stop at FENS meeting in Geneva early July and thinking about doing some vacation time after that. Where should I go? [more inside]
posted by uandt on Feb 27, 2008 - 6 answers

Why does alcohol disrupt my sleep? Is there anything I can do to minimize this disruption? [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet on Feb 24, 2008 - 24 answers

How much of my GLASS do I drink when I drink a glass of water? [more inside]
posted by Eiwalker on Feb 12, 2008 - 10 answers

How can I stop being an angry drunk? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Feb 2, 2008 - 26 answers

Due to health reasons, I cannot drink alcohol. However, I still want to ask girls out for drinks because it's a good first date. What to do? [more inside]
posted by Elmo Oxygen on Jan 7, 2008 - 72 answers

Your favorite hot booze in a pot recipe? [more inside]
posted by availablelight on Jan 2, 2008 - 26 answers

My girlfriend says that she's going to leave me at the end of the week if I don't attempt to seek help for my drinking problem. Now what? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Dec 3, 2007 - 120 answers

Is the night before Thanksgiving a big bar night all across the country, or is it a regional thing? Why is it such a big deal? [more inside]
posted by slyboots421 on Nov 21, 2007 - 38 answers

What parts of your cooking do you strictly DIY? I'm looking for more ways to incorporate "doing it myself" into my cooking. [more inside]
posted by lucyleaf on Nov 9, 2007 - 79 answers

Can I bring a keg to Iowa for a tailgate party? [more inside]
posted by dyno04 on Nov 7, 2007 - 4 answers

How do I know if what I'm doing is binge eating/drinking? More explanation after the jump. [more inside]
posted by blackout on Nov 6, 2007 - 21 answers

Strange question of the day: When at a bar, and one orders a drink that comes with a wedge of fruit, such as a lime with a gin and tonic or a Corona, how does one deal with it? I cannot find a "smooth" way to squeeze the fruit without it squirting everywhere. Should I just leave it alone , or is their some drinking decorum I am lacking? Hive mind, activate!
posted by Brandon1600 on Oct 10, 2007 - 29 answers

Waterproof, shockproof camera which takes AA batteries? [more inside]
posted by knapah on Sep 13, 2007 - 3 answers

Sittin' in my crib, sippin' on 'nac... Who was the first rapper to promote and popularize the imbibing of cognac? What song was it and when did it come out? [more inside]
posted by krippledkonscious on Sep 11, 2007 - 5 answers

Is there anything really wrong with (moderate? binge?) drinking while taking a course of antibiotics... or is my (frequently preachy, moralizing, unctuous, underfunded, dodgy-quality) free clinic just trying to pull one over on me? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Aug 17, 2007 - 17 answers

I use drinking to manage social anxiety. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Aug 13, 2007 - 24 answers

I'm getting married in September and I want to get my guy a nice bottle of scotch as a wedding gift. [more inside]
posted by sutel on Jun 24, 2007 - 30 answers

Is it illegal to sell mixed six-packs of beer in New Jersey and/or New York? If so, why? [more inside]
posted by cyrusdogstar on Jun 9, 2007 - 22 answers

I've never had a hangover in my life, how common is this and will it stay this way? [more inside]
posted by lioness on May 28, 2007 - 51 answers

In general, is it best to not drink or to drink in moderation around alcoholics? [more inside]
posted by scottreynen on May 11, 2007 - 12 answers

Where can a group of girls go for a classy, non-skanky, dancing/drinking bachelorette party in Portland, Oregon? [more inside]
posted by Milkman Dan on May 8, 2007 - 4 answers

Last Sunday, the Dodgers pulled out a win against the Padres in a game that took 17 innings to finish. I remember hearing that, a couple of years ago, MLB changed the rules so that you couldn't buy alcohol after the seventh inning, perhaps to curb drunk driving. This particular game emptied out both bullpens and last 4 hours, 55 minutes. Can a brother a get a drink in extra innings?
posted by phaedon on May 2, 2007 - 12 answers

So, last night I was ejected from yet another bar, and I think I need some help. [more inside]
posted by Loto on Apr 29, 2007 - 46 answers

What do I call this drink? I'm a pretty regular scotch and soda drinker, but was recently introduced to a new libation. My buddy ordered a scotch, ginger ale and bitters. It's good, but what is it called? [more inside]
posted by Telf on Apr 26, 2007 - 23 answers

So while belly up to the bar recently, some friends and I began talking about group activities for the summer. The idea of a “Boston Beerlympcs” came up. The idea is that we’d form a few “nations” or teams that would compete against each other in weekly and biweekly events over the summer. However, like many ideas thought up over a few pints, the execution and logistics eludes us. [more inside]
posted by robocop is bleeding on Apr 25, 2007 - 10 answers