I don't drink. So help me start!

@AmbiePam (93961)
United States
June 18, 2018 7:50pm CST
I don't drink alcohol. I had a wine cooler when I was 22 because I had gone four days without sleep, and it seemed like a good idea (one doesn't make good decisions when one has had no sleep for 4 days). I also inadvertently had a strawberry daiquiri that I thought was non alcoholic, but wasn't. I certainly didn't feel differently. So at the ripe old age of 37 I'm going to go to out with some friends soon and have a drink. Give me some suggestions, please. I'd prefer not a ton of sugar, but I'm open to anything.
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@cintol (11261)
• United States
19 Jun 18
I couldn't tell you because I don't drink and when I did it was a rum and coke which knocked me on my but because I am a lightweight. Good luck and have fun
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@AmbiePam (93961)
• United States
19 Jun 18
I have a feeling I'm a lightweight too.
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@AmbiePam (93961)
• United States
19 Jun 18
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@cintol (11261)
• United States
19 Jun 18
@AmbiePam They used to call me a cheap date!!
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@NJChicaa (120158)
• United States
19 Jun 18
Vodka and club soda with lime or lemon has minimal sugar but not much flavor. I'm a huge fan of mojitos which are made from rum, lime juice, simple syrup, club soda, and mint. I've had the bartender at the local hangout make mine with Splenda instead of simple syrup (sugar syrup) to cut down on calories. Mojitos are light and refreshing.
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@AmbiePam (93961)
• United States
19 Jun 18
It sounds really good. I'm a fan of feeling refreshed when it's so hot outside.
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@NJChicaa (120158)
• United States
19 Jun 18
@AmbiePam mojitos are great! Very light.
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@AmbiePam (93961)
• United States
19 Jun 18
@lnillerman Not big on Mountain Dew Code Red, although I loved it when it first came out.
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@snowy22315 (182240)
• United States
19 Jun 18
Something like a Vodka Gimlet is good. and doesn't have too much sugar..it is basically vodka, lime juice and soda. The Mojito like NJ Chicca mentioned, is good as well.
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@Tampa_girl7 (50536)
• United States
19 Jun 18
I don't drink. Hope you find something you like.
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• Defuniak Springs, Florida
19 Jun 18
Why on earth were you up for four days
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@AmbiePam (93961)
• United States
19 Jun 18
I was in a lot of pain. Doctors were trying to figure out why I was so sick, but at the time I had only a few diagnoses.
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@saritflor (3914)
• Hungary
19 Jun 18
I think it's very bad habit my friend.. and hurts the liver, you better take distance from this.
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@AmbiePam (93961)
• United States
19 Jun 18
It's true drinking a lot is harmful. I don't plan on making it a habit. It's too expensive anyway. Thanks for the input.
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@saritflor (3914)
• Hungary
20 Jun 18
@AmbiePam I think we can have great and fun time even without drinking. wish you a great day.
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@saritflor (3914)
• Hungary
23 Jun 18
@AmbiePam I'm glad for that, that's the right way my friend
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@popciclecold (39521)
• United States
19 Jun 18
Can't help you with that. Haven't drank anything like that in over 40 years.
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@kumbarn14 (735)
• Pakistan
19 Jun 18
You are very fortunate, that you are far from this habit. The people who have this habits are running after doctors to rectify this problem. Why do you think it is important. If you love yourself you will not harm you but instead look for beautiful things, which you will enjoy mentally and physically. Good luck.
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@bunnybon7 (50973)
• Holiday, Florida
21 Jun 18
sip and don't drink much until you get used to a little over several different times. i would advice. don't need to get embarrassed like i did first few times i drank. i no longer touch it as i became addicted about 30 yrs. ago for a while. not good. plus i take meds that don't allow it and besides, i walk around like i am drunk already
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@AmbiePam (93961)
• United States
22 Jun 18
Oh, I won't get drunk. That's not my goal at all. I would be a one drink girl.
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@bunnybon7 (50973)
• Holiday, Florida
22 Jun 18
@AmbiePam back in my early 40's before i ever drank often, i had a Pina Colada once while out with friends eating. it was the best thing i think i ever drank. anyway not being used to it , i was pretty tipsy for several hours.
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@Shellyann36 (11384)
• United States
10 Jul 18
I only like the sweeter tasting drinks. I have not had a drink for a long time.
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• United States
25 Jun 18
I don't know if you are planning to have just one drink, but if you are planning on drinking more, I strongly suggest you drink a bottle of water in between. Because the cause of a hangover is one gets dehydrated and by drinking water in between, less likely you would get sick.
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@AmbiePam (93961)
• United States
25 Jun 18
I just drank one drink, and funny enough I also ordered a water!
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• United States
25 Jun 18
@AmbiePam Good for you.
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@jstory07 (139996)
• Roseburg, Oregon
22 Jun 18
You can have just a pop when you go out with your friends.
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@AmbiePam (93961)
• United States
22 Jun 18
Thanks. However, I have done that hundreds of times over the years.
@LeaPea2417 (37381)
• Toccoa, Georgia
19 Jun 18
Margaritas are very tasty.
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@DianneN (247184)
• United States
20 Jun 18
If I gave you any ideas, you'd turn into a lush. Lol! Champagne is nice to start with.
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@AmbiePam (93961)
• United States
20 Jun 18
You're so funny.
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@DianneN (247184)
• United States
20 Jun 18
@AmbiePam Thanks!
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@just4him (317238)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
22 Jun 18
I don't drink. I suggest a soda. I think there's a new one that doesn't have a lot of sugar in it. My drink of choice is water. Sorry I can't be more help.