FabSwingers.com forum: Non drinking fabsters

By *radfab2024 OP Man
7 weeks ago

North Dublin

A thread for the fabsters who don't drink alcohol.

Raise your hands ✋️.

Not needing anything to see a meet though.

Have we many on board 🤔

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By *aura cdTV/TS
7 weeks ago

dublin/ Wexford

Non drinker here

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By *r KellyMan
7 weeks ago

Dublin

Non drinker here too. 18 months alcohol free 🤘🏻🤘🏻

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By *unflowerWoman
7 weeks ago

Dublin

Does one glass in 2 weeks count?

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By *exbi608Man
7 weeks ago

Wexford

Non drinker ✋

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By *eard and BoobsCouple
7 weeks ago

Portstewart

Hub doesn't drink

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By *irdnBorisMan
7 weeks ago

meath

Im off drink 30 years been thirsty for a lifetime lol i dont miss it off cigs 8 years as well gave up coffee and so tea and zero drinks are my tipple now

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By *ealitybitesMan
7 weeks ago

Belfast

Never tasted alcohol in my life.

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By *iCuri0Man
7 weeks ago

Shannon

I've never drank and have no intention to

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By *og-ManMan
7 weeks ago

somewhere

I drink every now and then

Never needed a drink to have a meet as I'd normally be driving home afterwards anyway

When I go to socials I could be in a different hotel anyway and don't drink to drive back afterwards

Every now and then Id have a drink but can do without

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By *s SingletWoman
7 weeks ago

Kilkenny

I don't drink and happy to say all my misadventures are sober ones

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By *uper duperMan
7 weeks ago

around

Does 2 pints in July make me a non drinker??

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By *an1978Woman
7 weeks ago

GONE/TIMEOUT (No DMs please)

Any of you have good first fab social ideas for those that don't go to pubs?

A walk was great in the summer, bowling is good for couples to get to know eachother in between turns.

What do you normally do?

(Not totally teetotal but not had a drink this year)

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By *ollypop9Woman
7 weeks ago

wouldn't you like to know

Don't drink, especially when the outing is fab related.

Very rarely have one or a shot that's offered.

Social anxiety made me worry that I'll use it as a crutch, so I decided not to.

Never bothered me too much anyway. And no hangovers and no blackouts does have their advantages.

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By *ickawitchCouple
7 weeks ago

Away with the fairies (Liverpool to you)

Neither wifey nor I drink alcohol on meet.we’ve always felt those who need alcohol to ‘get through’ a meet shouldn’t be doing this in the first place.

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By *unflowerWoman
7 weeks ago

Dublin

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By *unflowerWoman
7 weeks ago

Dublin

"Any of you have good first fab social ideas for those that don't go to pubs?

A walk was great in the summer, bowling is good for couples to get to know eachother in between turns.

What do you normally do?

(Not totally teetotal but not had a drink this year)

Coffee and a cake. Warm, easier to talk, smells good.

Rarely a dinner. Don’t want to put much pressure on a guy at a first meet. Few times museums and galleries.

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By *anther PurrrsWoman
7 weeks ago

the Shadows Purrring or Roaring

Am happy wherever there’s a kettle ☕️

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By *an1978Woman
7 weeks ago

GONE/TIMEOUT (No DMs please)

"Any of you have good first fab social ideas for those that don't go to pubs?

A walk was great in the summer, bowling is good for couples to get to know eachother in between turns.

What do you normally do?

(Not totally teetotal but not had a drink this year)

Coffee and a cake. Warm, easier to talk, smells good.

Rarely a dinner. Don’t want to put much pressure on a guy at a first meet. Few times museums and galleries."

Great ideas, I might melt inside if a guy asked me to a museum 😍

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By *huCullainMan
7 weeks ago

Rathowen

Off the drink nearly 19 years.

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By *weethomeWoman
7 weeks ago

Cork

Don't drink tea, coffee or alcohol

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By *lutterFlyWoman
7 weeks ago

Near Belfast

I have the odd drink but usually drive when out, so I stick to juice. Likewise if attending any sort of fab meet.

Saying that, I am off to Spain next weekend and a few cocktails 🍸 will pass my lips 💋

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By *ursecretmischiefCouple
7 weeks ago

The West

A good few are off the drink for many years. I've thought about it myself.

To be honest, I enjoy a pint but they are so few and far between, hardly any point going off it at this stage!

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By *electableicecreamMan
7 weeks ago

The West

"Any of you have good first fab social ideas for those that don't go to pubs?

A walk was great in the summer, bowling is good for couples to get to know eachother in between turns.

What do you normally do?

(Not totally teetotal but not had a drink this year)

I usually try to go for a walk somewhere nice.

Went to art galleries recently.

Been sea swimming a few times.

Most recently I had someone over to play board games.

I much prefer an activity than sitting across a table face to face trying to make small talk.

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By *yanphilip30Man
7 weeks ago

dublin 24

"A thread for the fabsters who don't drink alcohol.

Raise your hands ✋️.

Not needing anything to see a meet though.

Have we many on board 🤔 "

🤚

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By *uicy_J66Woman
7 weeks ago

Belfast

I enjoy a drink but certainly don't need to drink alcohol to play

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By *tovenWoman
7 weeks ago

Somewhere

Alcohol tastes like vinegar to me. Meets are always at a coffee shop or grab a coffee to go and take a stroll.

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By *otownkid1967Man
7 weeks ago

Portlaoise

Rarely drink these days. Maybe at a wedding or something. Can't be bothered with hangovers these days. Certainly don't need one for a fab meet.

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By *ogladyWoman
7 weeks ago

The bog

I drink when I go to socials and most of time get d*unk and I will not apologise for it as socials are my little break away from reality. I don't go to socials looking for the ride I go to have a good laugh . When I do social meets it's normally a tea and good chat...

So take from it as u will I don't intend to change who I am.. 🤗🤗

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By *itcher11Man
7 weeks ago

Non drinker here too.

Great being able to drive home after gigs etc.

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By *itch2113Woman
7 weeks ago

somewhere close by or am I

Never needed drink to enjoy myself, so why start now

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By *rialbyfire1235Man
7 weeks ago

South KK

Occasionally drink. Couldn’t tell you the last time I was d*unk. Can take of leave it.

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By *rBandMrsGCouple
7 weeks ago

Kilkenny

Vast majority of the socials, partys and meets we attend we don't drink.

Occasionally we might drink at a party event if staying at the event or nearby.

It's far from a requirement and neither of us drinks much when we do.

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By *er50Man
7 weeks ago

athlone

Non drinker here too and as long as I can get a mug of tea im happy.

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By *iery minxWoman
7 weeks ago

kildare

Only ever had a few drinks at the one social night I was at and only because I was staying over. Never need to drink before a meet and if I did I wouldn't be meeting because I am not a huge drinker at anytime

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By *ustBoWoman
7 weeks ago

Somewhere in Co. Down

I don't really drink anymore I can't remember the last time I did. I couldn't be bothered with hangovers and I never found an alcoholic drink I particularly like .

I wouldn't drink at a fab meet anyhow.

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By *zippyMan
7 weeks ago

Wexford

Former heavy drinker here, basically gave up alcohol 10 years ago and very rarely touch a drop now.

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By *4thfloorTV/TS
7 weeks ago

Dublin

Neither me nor my partner drink. Sober for nearly three years now. Nice to see this thread!

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By *urker6969Man
7 weeks ago

Dublin

I’m a drinker but it’s so rare that I drink nowadays that I’m effectively a non drinker. My wife never drank, and I reckon it’s rubbed off on me over the years. Don’t miss it in day to day life at all.

It’s quite refreshing to see so many on here are similar. Not what I would have expected.

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By *man1044Man
7 weeks ago

North Galway

Non drinker here plenty women available to dance with when husbands drinking also no worries about driving home .

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By *ka ..Agent k ..Man
7 weeks ago

I wouldn't begrudgeit any on a drink

Havin that said if it effects their work or play it's time the took a side step tbh..

I'll take a drink if I'm out at a gig or the pub in sayin that I'd say most of you would spill more than I'd consume..

Seen a lot of sad cases to last me my day.

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By *dfabMan
7 weeks ago

Dunboyne

White Hag Atlantean.

Try it, you'll love it!

I love a drink. Especially beer or single malt.

Don't drink during week anymore but weekends are quaffing quality craft beers from our local Irish suppliers and I don't feel ashamed for it either

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By *ord-vaderMan
7 weeks ago

bluebell

Non drinker here haha as shocking as that is at my age lol 🤣🤣

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By *adger BrocMan
7 weeks ago

Co. Cork

I enjoy trying out different craft beers and stouts and I like a pint bottle of Guinness if I can find a pub that stocks them.

But I have also witnessed lots of sadness and hurt caused by people who could not control their use of alcohol.

Everything in moderation.....

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By *dfabMan
7 weeks ago

Dunboyne

"I enjoy trying out different craft beers and stouts and I like a pint bottle of Guinness if I can find a pub that stocks them.

But I have also witnessed lots of sadness and hurt caused by people who could not control their use of alcohol.

Everything in moderation....."

Agreed, hence my weekday exclusion

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By (user no longer on site)
7 weeks ago

Personally l totally dislike alcohol, it's absolutely each to their own & l fully respect people that do like alcohol but it's not for me & never will be.

I certainly would not be able to get to gigs or shows or any thing else around the Country if l drank, tbh it's a great feeling just to be able to hop into your car & not have to worry about how you're gonna get there or how you're gonna get back. I used to ..used to.. feel that l because l didn't drink l didn't " fit in " ..F**K that ,am just so glad l don't tbh , like l said ,gigs .. a walk on the beach ..climb a mountain, sports , cinema, it don't matter, alcohol can stop any of these for me , I'm just so glad it doesn't.

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By *eeking_sensuality77Woman
7 weeks ago

Athlone

Another non drinker here.

It's interesting hearing people's reactions when you say you don't drink. Shock shock horror 😂 😂

Think there's enough interest here for a sober social, anyone else??!

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By *ombikerMan
7 weeks ago

the right side of the river

Non drinker and I know plenty of people who don’t, especially those who used to race, (also know plenty who take up the slack and drink our share also)

I go to pubs etc and often people will ask would I like a drink or as they are going to the bar and when I politely decline then I get the oh are you not well, or the discreet whisper in my ear of “I can sort you out with a few quid if you are short, don’t worry about it “ or oh I never knew you were a raging alcoholic in recovery, (I’m not, I just never started drinking and enjoyed spending my money on things that go fast ha ha)

It’s actually more common than most people imagine, the not drinking that is.

I know one guy that not only a non alcohol drinker but doesn’t drink tea, coffee, fizzy drinks. He runs 10k every day.

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By *lack FridayMan
7 weeks ago

Galway

"Another non drinker here.

It's interesting hearing people's reactions when you say you don't drink. Shock shock horror 😂 😂

Think there's enough interest here for a sober social, anyone else??!"

Does one glass of wine a month, or even longer, qualify and that is only with a meal.

Sober social is a great idea.

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By *og-ManMan
7 weeks ago

somewhere

Thank god the days of ...go on have one pint are well gone

My social group I used to order bottles of cidona at the bar and pour them over a pint glass of ice just to make it look like bulmers

What do people drink now in pubs

I like Heineken zero to be honest

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By *lack FridayMan
7 weeks ago

Galway

"Any of you have good first fab social ideas for those that don't go to pubs?

A walk was great in the summer, bowling is good for couples to get to know eachother in between turns.

What do you normally do?

(Not totally teetotal but not had a drink this year)

I have done:

Walks - along sea fronts and hillwalking

Swims in both sea and lakes.

Cycled

Kayaking - am still a bit of a novice at this.

Classic car show.

Yoga class

Wander around castles and places of architecture. The OPW have some great places to visit.

Go for a drive, combine some of the above, have a meal, snack or whatever and just enjoy the moment.

Just be normal, relax and enjoy the company.

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By *chochamberWoman
7 weeks ago

Munster

Very refreshing thread. I ld prefer to drink less, might join the sober bunch for a while.

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By *anwhore45Man
7 weeks ago

kinnegad

I drink very rarely, I normally drive on nights out, and prefer social meets drinking 0.0

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By *hipMan
7 weeks ago

ireland

Never drank, I prefer coffee shops and cake

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By *eldducMan
7 weeks ago

Cork

I had a night out Sat night was driving so didn't drink 1 of the best nights I ever had. Danced away all night long

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By *ano53Man
7 weeks ago

Wicklow

I enjoy a drink ... But have no problem not drinking.

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By *eldducMan
7 weeks ago

Cork

"I enjoy a drink ... But have no problem not drinking. "

Exactly this 💯

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By *eldducMan
7 weeks ago

Cork

"Thank god the days of ...go on have one pint are well gone

My social group I used to order bottles of cidona at the bar and pour them over a pint glass of ice just to make it look like bulmers

What do people drink now in pubs

I like Heineken zero to be honest "

Sat night I was drinking pints of tap water with a blackcurrant mixer

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By *ildarekinkstersCouple
7 weeks ago

kinkytown

Jay doesn't drink and I rarely bother. At most once every few months

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By *inky grandadMan
7 weeks ago

Spain

I enjoy a drink occasionally but in the comfort of my home provided I don't have to drive for next 24hrs.

I drive for a living and don't need a drink to enjoy myself.

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By *addyseeds.ieMan
7 weeks ago

Gorey, Enniscorthy

I rarely drink. One glass of wine a week is my usual alcohol consumption.

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By *s LollyWoman
7 weeks ago

The pub then supermacs ...

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By *s LollyWoman
7 weeks ago

The pub then supermacs ...

Got the ferry to Cherbourg last Friday and back Sunday, drank all the way over and back burnt out now🙈

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By *indenMan
7 weeks ago

Naas which is South West of Dublin

Alcohol consumption has been on the decline in Ireland for about two decades, down almost 30% in that time.

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By *adylaceWoman
7 weeks ago

Waterford City

I don't drink if I'm planning to play. If you see me drinking alcohol at a social event you know that I'm not planning sex. Lol

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By *easingTimMan
7 weeks ago

Loughlinstown

Used to drink regularly. Loved every minute of it but now, 1 glass vino with my Christmas dinner and that's it for the year

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By *BantsMan
7 weeks ago

Mayo for now

"I don't drink if I'm planning to play. If you see me drinking alcohol at a social event you know that I'm not planning sex. Lol"

Can I get you some MiWadi?

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By *1cky300Man
7 weeks ago

letterkenny

"Am happy wherever there’s a kettle ☕️ "

Tea total here have the silver pin

So get that kettle singing

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By *un_Lover123Man
7 weeks ago

Lonely

I don't drink at all.

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By *lugoneMan
7 weeks ago

rathmicheal

I don't drink lol I can get in to trouble all on my own

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By *runchMan
7 weeks ago

Dublin

Don't drink, smoke or gamble.

Don't need drink to enjoy myself or be comfortable around others.

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By *tsjustme_69Man
7 weeks ago

letterkenny

I don’t drink or smoke and have no need for it lol

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