Would you date someone who doesn't drink?

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I've never had an alcoholic drink in my life and don't intend to. I don't bring this up, I don't make judgements about others who drink, its just my personal preference and the only way others know is if I'm asked directly. Do you think its off putting to date someone who doesn't drink? Is that a total turn off or you think its whatevers.

I wouldn't date someone who didn't drink. Drinking is kind of important.

I wouldn't care if someone doesn't drink. It's not that importnant.

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godfatherfan | 992 opinions shared on Dating topic.

Guru

I personally don't care. but a lot of women seem to. When I was dating online and met women for "drinks", I rarely drink. I just get pop. usually diet coke. I actually had a couple say they don't want to date someone that doesn't drink. They never said anything or asked me about it. I even put right in my profile that I drink occasionally. but I am on heavy mediation for back pain. It doesn't mix well with alcohol. So if I have to drive, I don't want to be drinking. I figure if alcohol means that much to them then best I am not with them.

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+1 y
I wouldn't get too hung up on those women who outright rejected you for it. Apparently they can't read and on top of that are suggesting you get endanger yourself by drinking because of your medications. They don't exactly sound like people you need in your life. I think a lot of drinkers just always want to feel as if everyone is on the same vibe as they are and they can't handle someone having a good time without alcohol for some reason. I often think, why should it matter to you whether I drink or not because its not like they can experience my mood or my joy or my thoughts for me.

Answer 2

Asker

I wouldn't get too hung up on those women who outright rejected you for it. Apparently they can't read and on top of that are suggesting you get endanger yourself by drinking because of your medications. They don't exactly sound like people you need in your life. I think a lot of drinkers just always want to feel as if everyone is on the same vibe as they are and they can't handle someone having a good time without alcohol for some reason. I often think, why should it matter to you whether I drink or not because its not like they can experience my mood or my joy or my thoughts for me.

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ccp16 | 440 opinions shared on Dating topic.

Yoda

I had a really cute friend who was sort of in to me and I could have made it work- but she doesn't drink and I never pursued her.. I think that is great, and good for you. While I am no big drinker, I do enjoy nice liqueurs, wine and the occasional wine. I like when me and my SO can go buy a bottle of wine, or a nice bottle of whiskey and look forward to that with/ after dinner.

I think you'll be fine though!

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+1 y
this made me laugh because it sounded like, dear god, I'd never date you, but you're okay... for other people... I guess... but like not me... never me. LOL.
ccp16

+1 y
hahahahaha no not at all. I mean to some extent, I guess I would never date you- but it is a tough one as it is a deal breaker, but it is not like drinking is a huge part of my life- I am not some clubber or hanging out at bars all the time. I just love the nights of sharing wine or a drink with my SOs...

I really don't drink much at all though.
Asker

+1 y
Oh I get it. You don't need to justify or explain anything. We all like what we like, so by all means, drink on!

Answer 4

Asker

this made me laugh because it sounded like, dear god, I'd never date you, but you're okay... for other people... I guess... but like not me... never me. LOL.

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ccp16

hahahahaha no not at all. I mean to some extent, I guess I would never date you- but it is a tough one as it is a deal breaker, but it is not like drinking is a huge part of my life- I am not some clubber or hanging out at bars all the time. I just love the nights of sharing wine or a drink with my SOs...

I really don't drink much at all though.

Answer 6

Asker

Oh I get it. You don't need to justify or explain anything. We all like what we like, so by all means, drink on!

Answer 7

asiag299

Xper 5

I would prefer it as I've never drank alcohol and I don't plan on it when I'm of age but I do realize some people enjoy it. I guess as long as he isn't drunk it's fine. I can do moderately tipsy but drunk is a no no for me! He would also have to be of legal age to drink because I don't support underage drinking.

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CHARismatic110

Master

I wouldn't care if they drank or not unless they drank too much, or were rude about people that did drink. I drink on occasion. It's not necessary tho. Like I can go out and not drink and still have fun.

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CHARismatic110

+1 y
Thanks for MHO :)

Answer 9

CHARismatic110

Thanks for MHO :)

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Prettygurl12 | 3.3K opinions shared on Dating topic.

Master

I drink in moderation. And by that I mean almost never. If given the choice between alcohol and water I'll go for the water.

It's not an issue

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ElissaDido

Influencer

It would be perfect if he doesn't drink

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dangerDoge | 380 opinions shared on Dating topic.

Guru

Personally, I would kind of prefer that since I don't drink myself and never have found the appeal in it. I don't care if people drink, but I just don't want to do it myself. Heck, I'll hang out with people and be the designated driver instead haha.

The problem is that a lot of the people looking for relationships around my age at my university seem to be big drinkers/smokers and want someone who does the same :/ But ehh, it is what it is.

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Nik1hil | 2K opinions shared on Dating topic.

Master

I don't drink,
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meatballs21

Master

Awesome! You can be the designated driver!

More seriously, though. It's not a dealbreaker, but it can be a little awkward having to constantly explain yourself as someone who doesn't drink (I didn't until I was 21).

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+1 y
Hey, and I'm happy to be that designated driver. I have no problems with that and is probably why I have so many friends, lol! As far as explaining the non drinking, I got away with it a lot in college by simply having some kind of non alcoholic beverage in my solo cup at parties. People just assume you're drinking. It wasn't until after that when it was more one on one dating that the subject comes up more often, but I can usually squirrel it away to being on a diet which doesn't permit alcohol which is in actuality true along with the fact that I just don't drink in general.

Answer 15

Asker

Hey, and I'm happy to be that designated driver. I have no problems with that and is probably why I have so many friends, lol! As far as explaining the non drinking, I got away with it a lot in college by simply having some kind of non alcoholic beverage in my solo cup at parties. People just assume you're drinking. It wasn't until after that when it was more one on one dating that the subject comes up more often, but I can usually squirrel it away to being on a diet which doesn't permit alcohol which is in actuality true along with the fact that I just don't drink in general.

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aficionado | 2K opinions shared on Dating topic.

Master

Considering that I don't drink as well, I wouldn't mind dating a non-drinker. I don't really have a preference regarding her drinking habits, as long as she isn't addicted to alcohol.

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TripleAce | 4.9K opinions shared on Dating topic.

Master

Done it been there
I prefer the edgyness that comes with a girl willing to indulge when the time is right... at the very least id want her to understand what being impaired means

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nativepride73

Xper 5

It doesn't bother me at all that you wouldn't drink. Your probably smart for avoiding it. Its expensive and can get addicting. I would know lol. But, would you have a problem dating a drinker?

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madhatters4 | 2.7K opinions shared on Dating topic.

Master

as long as they weren't judgmental of me or people around me for drinking I would be fine with it... it means you always have a DD

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JuicyBrain | 934 opinions shared on Dating topic.

Yoda

I don't care, but you better know how to drive though ! Cause you are going to drive my ass back home lol

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falafelany1 | 317 opinions shared on Dating topic.

Yoda

I don't drink so I would be totally fine with it. It's better than having to take care of your drink SO.

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Answer 22

DodgersGM

Master

It sounds great to me, actually. I can't really drink due to a medical condition, so I'd be JELLY all the time if she was a beer drinker. LOL

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kellytheman | 102 opinions shared on Dating topic.

Yoda

I don't drink either except on special occasions like birthdays or holidays. But it kinda makes me more intrigued to date u because I always wanted to date the designated driver because I am the desginated driver too lol.

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rjroy3

Guru

As long as I'm not given trouble about my drinking or being asked to stop, then I'm fine with it. It's a non issue.

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blue_sun

Xper 5

I would totally date someone who wouldn't drink. I don't really intend to be a heavy drinker when I become of age, and I wouldn't really like to have to take care of a drunk person all the time.

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JustinCaseUDontKnow

Guru

Yeah, i would date a non-drinker I'm a non-drinker myself
i mean even social drinker is cool too

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sawno | 1.2K opinions shared on Dating topic.

Guru

Yes please! I dont drink eighter so she would be a great match :)

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Marttinez | 148 opinions shared on Dating topic.

Xper 6

It's not a turn off, there are more important things to worry about when it comes to dating.

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Dtegesd123 | 177 opinions shared on Dating topic.

Yoda

yes, kind of. I enjoy drinking with my girl. I love getting tipsy with her and joke around.

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neoagent1 | 434 opinions shared on Dating topic.

Guru

Alcohol isn't the best tasting thing in the world so no I wouldn't care if my girlfriend didn't drink.

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MissNowhere

Master

I sure would, I may even slightly prefer to date someone who doesn't drink since then there'd be less pressure for me to drink as well and I'm not too big of a fan of alcohol.

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QuestionMan

+1 y
This ^

Answer 32

QuestionMan

This ^

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