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sho'nuff 
+1 i feel maybe it is something else that is being conveyed off of you in association to your choice to not drink in a way that is making others react a bit negatively.
+1 I'm not a big drinker, but something of a connoisseur. So spirits, wine, and cocktails are something I take serious interest in. Yet most of my friends, for whatever reason, don't drink. I've never looked down on them -- they are confident in their choice and drink any number of other things when we're out.
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whodini Don't be afraid to just have what someone else is having and just experiment. Long Island is another good one if you're starting out. It takes a while to figure out what you're more inclined to drink repeatedly. Don't rush it.
Yeah I wouldn't really suggest a Long Island -- it has too many kinds of spirits, is fussy, and sounds rather frat-boyish, especially if ordered pensively. Any real option for you should be one with a mixer, and be simple. Gin & tonic is a good choice, actually has some flavor and doesn't sound lame to order. Crown Royal and Ginger ale is also non-frumpy, and if they don't have Crown, Canadian Club (just called 'CC') and ginger will serve. I think they are more elegant than <whatever> and Coke, and have some taste as opposed to vodka & tonic. All that said, I'm never, ever in favor of changing a behavior that is perfectly acceptable for one that carries some risks merely for the sake of social 'fitting in.' If you can't fit in with people who drink, 1) examine yourself to see if it's not the drinking, and if you pass that test, 2) get better friends. ~ Huntsman
p.s. dont' say Bacardi and Cola, those commercials are terrible. 
