Drinks for the nondrinker?

AshlynG923

I wasn't sure if this qualified as "food and nutrition" so sorry if it doesn't!

I'm going on vacay in April and want to drink a little. I've never really drank before so I'm not sure what to get. I'm not trying to get super drunk or anything just want to enjoy some adult beverages while at the beach and whatnot :drinker:

I like beer but I want to try some mixed drinks. What would you recommend?

runnergrlfl

Being at the beach makes me think of Pina Coladas and Mojitos.

I also sometimes do Malibu & Pineapple if I want a drink but keep it feeling light.

Vodka & Tonic with a lime is my go-to cocktail.

carolanneashton

Definitely a steam boat southern comfort, lemonade and a splash of lime and lots of ice yummy. NIce and refreshing on a hot day :glasses:

ashenriver

Mojito with dark rum, my favourite,

Or rum and sprite or soda.

DevilsFan1

The Margarita is the perfect mixed drink. Salty, tangy and slightly sweet. Highly addictive if you're not careful.

slspry1

vodka and diet coke in a long glass with a slice of lemon :drinker: have a great holiday

Slaintegrl

I'm partial to a nice Tanqueray (gin) and tonic, with lime. Very refreshing on a hot day.

djc315

There are so many options. Do you like fruity? Dry? Personally, mixed drinks can be way too sweet and then result in a bad hangover headache the next day. I would avoid the drinks with a lot of juice. BUT juice is better than a pre-mix.

I would probably suggest a strawberry daiquiri, if it isn't a mix (ask them!). Or a pina colada if you like coconut and pineapple (again, only if it isn't a mix).

Or you can get a classic gin and tonic, vodka and soda (club soda) or rum and coke.

My favorite is a Long Island Iced Tea. (Again, fresh, not a mix! I hate when bars use mixes to make this!) This one is strong though, but doesn't taste like it at all. It tastes just like an iced tea (no tea involved ha). But since you are a nondrinker, if you decide to order this, order one and drink it slow.

Ask for a glass of water with any of the drinks you get. I always do that, and I am a drinker. That way I can drink the water if I am thirsty and enjoy the drink for what it is.

dietcoke281

Malibu and pineapple is my fave!

must_deflate

"Dark and Stormy":
Ginger beer with black rum.
(not just dark rum, black rum. You can use ginger ALE in a pinch but it's better with ginger Beer.)

WendyTerry420

I second Pina Colada. It is delicious with or without alcohol. I used to get non-alcoholic ones from the Orange Julius stand at the mall.