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> It kind of sucks because so much socialising in today's world is based on alcohol.

No, that was the pre-COVID world. You’re on a level playing field now (at least for a few more months anyway).

Joke's on you, when people are not able to socialize in a pub, they are going to socialize in the park, with previously bought beer or wine ;)

You've obviously never gotten drunk with an online friend. Not to mention that there has been an increased interest in home cocktail making since folks started staying home, sharing the creations online.

There is more than one way to socialize with alcohol.

Yeah, never. I have $1500 worth of alcohol in my house, had my first drink 19 years ago, have close friends who a) own bars, b) own vineyards, c) own breweries and d) are execs at major international spirits companies, but yeah: never drank with a buddy while video chatting.

Alternative idea: maybe my remark wasn’t to be taken as black/white, but instead was exploring social engagement in 2020.

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