How old are you TerryK? The only people I know who drink to get drunk are pre-legal aged teenagers (THEY like to brag) and poor unfortunate alcoholics who can't help themselves. I seldom ( once a year, if that) go to a bar or pub and never have more than two of anything and if I'm driving, one or none). I like ale and microbrews because of the taste and refreshment. I admire the complexity of flavors, texture and temperature and hopefully, the aftertaste. I'd forego the alcohol altogether but it too, contributes much to the flavor.

Do you eat to see how much you can eat? Brag about it?