For code reviews: White Wine. Gewurztraminer, chenin blanc, off-dry rieslings. You want something that's clean on the palette and not sugary sweet. Chardonnay is far too congenial in this session - you're not necessarily here to make friends.

Alternatively gin and tonic but for crap sake use a good gin.

Brainstorming: Tequila. Just try it. Margaritas if everyone is under 23.

Structure and Design: Red wine. Deep, rich, moody cabernets, old style zinfandels that roar out of the glass. This is where you pop for the expensive bottles so you do it right the first time.

There is an argument to be made for single malt scotch or 12 year old bourbon here. Either is a solid choice but avoid mixing them in the same session.

Bug Fixes: Beer. Hoppy micro-brews but avoid the high alcohol content ones. Also avoid the hazy, unfiltered fadish brews. You want to see and think straight and be sharp.

Dull, tedious refactoring 5 year old crap code: Rose. Hear me out- it's about creating a mind set here. Rose is just that - it's a mind set more than an actual drink.

Anything having to do with Mongo db: Grand Marnier, Ouzo, Pernod - something at least 80 proof with a strong flavor to compensate for the bitter taste in your mouth.

Bottoms up!