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Inspired by my brother Matt's current three month no-alcohol fast (a result of his fairly debauched 24th birthday party), I've been scouting for alternatives to his normal weekend vodka tonics and evening beers. Despite the health benefits he'll feel from cutting out the booze, it's not going to be that easy to keep up for three whole months, especially since he's just starting out in Hollywood where schmoozing and drinking with colleagues is the way one builds a career. Fortunately for Matt (and the rest of us too), there are lots of fun alternatives that will keep him sober and keep his taste buds happy.
So, Matt, here are some ideas:
Sodas are the most obvious choice, and are always good in a pinch, but if you want something with a little more zing, ginger beer is a good alternative, as are specialty sodas like Birch Beer and Cane Cola. Or opt for an interesting juice and keep a six-pack of guava nectar or coconut milk in the fridge. Then there's my favorite: milk teas and coffees from the supermarket in Chinatown or a corner Japanese market. Stock up on a few packs of each, have your friends over to your place on the weekends (obviously BYOB) and the three months will sail by (alright, maybe not quite that easy, but you'll certainly have a more interesting time than if you were just drinking Coke).
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