I'm turning 21 in a few months. Never drank before. What's a good starter?
21 Answers to "I'm turning 21 in a few months. Never drank before. What's a good starter?"
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i never drank ..what is the need ?
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no need =) just don't want to be ignorant anymore. doesn't mean i have to start partying and drinking all the time.. just want to know what people are talking about.. and i may have professional parties and meetings where i REALLY dont want to look ignorant..Like (1)
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well i never drank,do you feel like you want to drink?
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I've gotten over my fears.. At this point I could drink, but I don't mind waiting until my 21st bday to have a nice romantic date with my fiance =)
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you can still have a nice time with your man.with out drink,now i aint..,aintdrink at tall,
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SOMETHING LIGHT.....
GUINNESS?Like (2)
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A sangria with a meal or something like that. They are really fruity, can't taste alcohol (if so, barely - it's mixed with wine), great with your dinner, not too strong, and come in a variety of flavors. When you're body isn't used to alcohol you will obviously feel it quicker/easier than others so keep that in mind. The great taste can lead to you drinking too many, too fast. You might be able to handle a couple/few without any problem, but if you drink it fast, give yourself at least a few minutes to see if you start feeling anything so you know how you want to pace yourself or whether you want anymore at all. If you don't drink it fast, you will probably know what the effects are by the time you're done so you can decide if you want another safely. I think you will love sangrias. If you end up liking them, they are easy to make at home too - and Much cheaper! Have fun! :-)
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Michelle, knowing you as I do, I know you are careful and responsible.
I like "theoldgoat"'s idea. A "wine tasting" is a sensible night or afternoon out with your fiance you can both enjoy and learn what is good and what is not.
But those who tell you not to get carried away with it are not joking.
It is a known killer.
It is natural to want to be popular and loved. If I were a young fella,
how could I avoid eyes like yours? They could make me dizzy if they turned my way. Be you! If it ain't broke honey, don't fix it. There is certainly nothing broke with you!!Like (1)
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I never really liked to drink but when I turned 21 someone suggested Vodka...it has no awful taste, and mixes well with just about anything...and when you get buzzed you have nice breath, too, in case you want to kiss someone!!!
Vodka has a lot going for it.........So I was drunk twice in my whole life; (I'm 70 now!) and figured it just wasn't worth it.....I threw up on the outside of my friend's car on the way home,and wanted to lie beneath a waterfall so I could get all the water I wanted!!!!!!!...........
so I would not want you to 'start' drinking your whole life thru; your health is MUCH too precious to fool with.........an occasional drink is OK, but please, don'te get into it bigtime!!!Like (1)
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thanks for the advice! i am not going to start drinking like really drinking.. i've just never ever had any alcohol before so now i'm like "what the hell i need to at least taste the stuff" lol
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GLAD you are not going to be 'really drinking' and I agree that you should at least 'taste the stuff'..but I'd recommend Vodka with, say Coca Cola or even cranberry juice ( I think it's called a "Scarlett O'Hara).....you get that 'alcohol taste' but it's not so yucky like some liquors can be!!! have fun and be responsible!
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Near beer
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beer is great if u like its taste ... i like vodka too!
I think u can start with a delicious cocktail of vodka ... :)Like (1)
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Stop being so judgmental people - if the gal wants to drink and wants to educate herself a bit more on that subject, stop trying to tell her not to try it. What she is doing is not illegal, not a bad idea, and sounds pretty responsible.
To answer the question - I think a good light dinner wine for a starter is a Moscato wine. It's sweeter, light, and easy to drink. It goes with everything too.
Happy birthday, best wishes, and do what you want. If you do not want to try a drink, then don't. If you do, then do it. Make sure you continue to be responsible with alcohol and arrange a ride home before you start drinking - it's always easier that wayLike (1)
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thanks =)
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I'd go with a Riesling. It's light, refreshing and fruity. Great in warmer weather. You could even have it with dessert.
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Water, Iced tea, Lemonade do you see a trend here?
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A good starter is not to start at all. It doesn’t matter how many “professional” parties you go to, nor if everyone else is doing it (even your finance); your best bet is not to start. Drinking has a dark side that people either cover up or make jokes about! Please, don’t start.
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i know.. thats why i havent drank yet.. im afraid of it. but i will never be drunk and i will never buy alcohol to be stored in my house.. itll just be for when i go out.. special occasions..
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Many people start out saying that. Alcohol is a sneaky, let it in once and it will start to take root (this isn’t so bad). Eventually it will become your master. I’ve seen many lives ruined by people who started out saying what you just did. PLEASE, PLEASE don’t start!!
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Got Milk? seriously... I would order a club soda with a twist ( Lime).This is what a lady should order in a professional setting and will keep you safe, alert and a professional in your meetings and parties. Have a wonderful time and be safe.
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Get something delicious like a frozen daiquiri-or maybe a White Russian. Go slow. Have fun. Happy Birthday.
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Thank you =)
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lol awkward moment when I asked what I should drink when I turned 18... *Aussies ftw*
Depends if you want to have an alcohol taste, or you want to get drunk.Like (1)
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no drunk
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Then drink something nice like good Champagne. Don't drink really cheap stuff and don't do mixer drinks unless you are doing them yourself and you know what you're putting in it.
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Happy birthday, don't mix them too much, start with champagne for your birthday, then try out a drink one each time you are having alcohol, hangovers can be EVIL. Lots of water as well when you drink, keep hydrated.
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Thank you =)
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Good starter is not to start...LOL...H2O!!! Shirley Temple? Anything virgin? Sorry...sugar from watermelon kickin in...I say Whiskey sour...
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never had meyers dark rum in your ice cream?
dang girl.Like (1)
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nope never had any alcohol
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try some. it's delicious. good way to slowly get the taste in. maybe add some banana foster too it also : P
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vodka or baileys if u want it slow/....
tequila or long island iced tea if u want to get high reall fastLike (1)
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slow please! i never want to be drunk
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Posted by theoldgoat May 29th, 2012 at 10:17AM
i was introduced to alcoholic beverages at a very early age... culturally...my family made beer, wine, etc.
when i was growing up EVERYBODY smoked, and drank and it wasn't a big deal.
today things are viewed differently so you must choose wisely.
i suggest, if you want to experiment, to go to tasting events at wineries and brew houses. be sure to go with people you trust since you have no experience with drinking and it may hit you like a brick !
be realistic ! drinking is no better or worse than the drinker...if it changes your personality a great deal you may be better off with ginger ale !
good luck ! cheers ! be safe and sane !
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Reply by Love21562 May 29th, 2012 at 10:18AM
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Reply by theoldgoat May 29th, 2012 at 10:24AM
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