I like my beer, like my coffee, black. The Irish nailed it!
In Czech too all the towns have a local beer in blonde and black, which is how it should be.
Then there is holy water. I wish I drank more...
In the US people drink less hard alcohol in my opinion because almost all of us drive everywhere. When I can drink without driving and it's time to party it's vodka for me.
A few favorites among many, but perhaps lesser known to some.
Tastes just like the label describes.
Made from sugar cane.
Good because it's made from wine grapes. For me all wine grape made vodkas don't burn on the way down which makes them more lethal.
Speaking of wine, I love the expensive stuff because I used to get it for free from customers when I worked in the wine country but I am far from a snob. I like dry and complex cabs but a simple California Zin will do as well. But if you have the means then why not? Costco has killer deals and anything around or above $20 is going to be excellent just be sure you give it a few hours to breathe if it is a red. I have seen bottles at Costco for $20 which sell for $100 and more in wine rooms.
Love sake too and hope to explore the different types one day.