Drinking alcohol - me no like!?

First of all, you are too young to get involved with the spirit world, so to speak. (Bad pun) :) Not having a desire for the taste of alcohol does not make you anti-social. Just being anti-social, in itself, does. I doubt that drinking will change how you feel. That resolution comes from the heart. If others may be picking on you for not drinking then they are the ones who are anti-social. Don't let others pressure you into drinking just to fit in. Your body apparently does not want you to like alcohol. You may simply be a super taster, (sensitive taste buds), and just don't like the taste or it could be a warning call from your body to avoid it. Perfectly normal for some! :) Those little buds are what tells you if something is good or bad for you. Alcohol can be very bitter. My taste buds are the very same way. I could never get used to the taste or smell for that matter, of any alcohol, (beer, wine, or spirits). I, in my naive youth, wanted to fit into the social scene, so I drank regardless of the nasty taste, (whatever was passed around), and all it got me was a bad case of "LIQUOR MORTIS", (a nasty wake up call the morning after). It never made me any more cool or popular, only very tipsy. I am so glad I never became a true alcoholic. I decided to quit senseless party-drinking pretty much by the age of 21 because it was ruining my health, education and self image. I have been the "proverbial lightweight" ever since, and a darn happy one too! I don't seem to have any cravings or desires for it, never really did, although once in a great blue moon I may be offered up a bit of champagne or wine for a toast, if the occasion suits me, (weddings, funerals, high class dinner socials), but indulged in strict moderation. I'm an older fart now and often times will find just the smell of booze a bit overpowering. Believe it or not, I was a bartender several years ago! Now I find myself being the designated driver in my social circle, (HA, HA, HA), and have a lot of respect from my friends and peers, (and a few extra gas bucks in the pocket to boot)!. By no means am I a "fuddy duddy". I can still party hearty, "rock out" and have a blast at my age without being sloshed. (Still rockin' strong after all these years). Liquor Mortis in others, is now a form of mild entertainment to me. (I kid, I kid). Why do you want to like it? Is it the buzz you seek for an escape or the peer pressure and social acceptance? Sobriety can be a good buzz in itself. I think you are very special and lucky to have a palate that restricts the desire to drink alcohol. You are very much in tune with your body. Now, as for hard ciders and cider beers, it is alcohol just the same. They also can taste a tad bit bitter and nasty. Apple Jack, the real form of hard cider liquor derived from aged apple cider, was a special treat in my family's history and my father went to great measures to "secretly" make it. I hated it!!!! Just a slight smell will knock me for a loop, never to be forgotten! It was a Christmas treat for everyone else. Maybe that's why I don't like apples. HA HA HA! Most of what they call hard cider now days is simply a mild form of fermented apple juice mixed with malt liquor or ale. The fruity, candy-like sweetness only makes it more easy to over drink it. Not good to get caught up in the stuff like any other malt beverage. If you "truly insist" on drinking at your age, please re-think it over and be cautious. The buzz itself can easily lead to dependence/addiction regardless of any taste, any age. You are still young, unique and special the way you are and your dislike for the brews and libations makes you stand out as a winner. I absolutely do not condone anyone under age to start drinking, even though it may be/is your choice. Please consider your taste buds are giving you a personal warning to avoid alcohol. One person's libation can be another person's poison. Your taste buds know!................. I hope that this question does not get deleted by the safety and moral guidelines that this site follows. Any promotion of underage drinking, drugs or other harmful acts to one's self and to others is frowned upon by some. I deeply and highly respect this forum for keeping an eye out for the safety of all who enter this realm. You ARE too young to be drinking. I just wanted to give you an older fart's observation. I am not against libation, only the abuse of it. There is honor in sobriety. Have a groovy life!!!!! >(8>)=