KidsHappen Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 You know, theoretically speaking? ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 3pm. On the dot. Chris (who doesn't drink at all anymore, but likes the idea still) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4kiddies Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 Well since its the holidays anything goes!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 It's more socially acceptable if it is hidden in chocolate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 It's five o'clock somewhere. Seriously, I think it would depend on the situation. A lunch date and a glass of white wine may be acceptable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 Now. It's 5 o'clock in the Eastern time zone! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 It's more socially acceptable if it is hidden in chocolate! Or coffee! Then you can start really early. Just kidding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 3pm. On the dot. :iagree: This way, you can enjoy a glass while you get dinner ready (and while you think about what you will have), and then another with it. Cheers! ;) ...Actually, that is a really interesting question. How much do you plan to consume? I think that would be a contributing phactor (sorry about the missing eph) to the answer to your question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diane in CO Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 Too funny, when I read this I thought that "how early can you start drinking..." was really "at what age"....and my thought was "wow this is going to be an interesting thread" :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 Or coffee! Then you can start really early. Just kidding. Suuuure you are! :D KidsHappen, you go for it. I won't judge you. (I may join you!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haiku Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 I started at 13. Stopped at 19. OH! You mean what time! :blush: Tara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted December 15, 2009 Author Share Posted December 15, 2009 :iagree: ...Actually, that is a really interesting question. How much do you plan to consume? I think that would be a contributing phactor (sorry about the missing eph) to the answer to your question. Well, just a single beer now but who knows maybe another after the kids are in bed. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 Guess 12:01am is out, then? If you aren't half-lit by then, nah, you shouldn't start. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 ...however, there are adjustments as follows: Children are fighting with each other--subtract 2 hours. Husband is fighting with children--do not drink at all. You will need to have all your wits about you to referee. The relative that you most often have had to ask to pass the bean dip has called--emergency. Any time will do. It's Mike's that you're drinking--any time will do. Everyone knows that Mikes does not count. And neither does a nice, genteel little glass of sherry. It's a really hot day--mint juleps do not count under these circumstances. Tom Collins'es, however, are iffy. It's a really cold day--hot chocolate or coffee, doctored up with some sort of appropriate antifreeze, does not count under these circumstances. Champagne drinks are acceptable at breakfast time or brunch. Extra points if there is an actual piece of fruit IN the drink. Rum drinks are acceptable starting at lunchtime in the tropics or in any sunny resort area. Sake is fine with any Japanese meal. That is all... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet in Toronto Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 I had a glass of wine with lunch today....at 11:30. My husband and mother-in-law joined me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 Depends on where you are and what you're drinking. Socom goes well in coffee, good morning sun! I have know people to start the day with a bloody mary (barf) or a mint julep (barfier). Basically, as long as you can still speak clearly and walk before bed, you're fine. IOW, if you get drunk, you're a lush. Tomorrow you should cut back. Repeat until you find your threshold ;) But then, I've been dry for some time now :p what do I know?!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdeveson Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 My brother-in-law's wife has her first glass of wine at 10 in the morning and she's three sheets to the wind by noon. It's never too early if you're a lush. I, myself, have never found a drink I like. I guess I'm ok with little sweet drinks like strawberry daiquiris, and such, but the basic taste of alcohol is just not something that delights my tongue. We've had a case of beer in the pantry since Fourth of July weekend TWO years ago. I've been slowly opening them to use in cooking. (Does beer go bad?) For the past two years, my doctor has recommended 3 oz. of red wine each evening with dinner, so at our house the time is 7:30 pm. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy101 Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 I had homemade burbon cake with my coffee this morning - does that count? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdeveson Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 I started at 13. Stopped at 19. OH! You mean what time! :blush: Tara You gotta love this girl. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawn in OH Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 I have often wondered the same thing myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 Dh often has a glass of wine at lunchtime at weekends. Otherwise we have our first drink at 6, possibly 5. Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 I had a glass of wine with lunch today....at 11:30. My husband and mother-in-law joined me. Sound lovely. Make mine a nice red. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 The sun is over the yardarm somewhere! :) Bless your heart, it depends on the day doesn't it? I waited til 5:30 today and all things considered, I am dang proud I didn't start when the UPS van got here at 10am!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 I had homemade burbon cake with my coffee this morning - does that count? My MIL (no longer with us) used to make bourbon balls that could literally knock you out, and this was only after a few. :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Brunch? Mimosas! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwjx2khsmj Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 I'd say it depends on how much you are intending to drink and who's watching. If someone is willing to be sociable and enjoy a glass with you, it's probably not too early. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Noon and one minute.... :-) What can I have?? Carrie:-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 LOL Whenever you start dinner prep. If you are in France, whenever you start lunch(eon). Any French in you? ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Breakfast, have a bloody Mary with your omelet. Oh wait that was before kids. :001_huh::tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Breakfast, have a bloody Mary with your omelet. Oh wait that was before kids. :001_huh::tongue_smilie: We still do Christmas morning... It's a tradition handed down from dh's grandfather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWOB Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 You know, theoretically speaking? ;) It is always 5:00 somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWOB Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 ...however, there are adjustments as follows: Children are fighting with each other--subtract 2 hours. Husband is fighting with children--do not drink at all. You will need to have all your wits about you to referee. The relative that you most often have had to ask to pass the bean dip has called--emergency. Any time will do. It's Mike's that you're drinking--any time will do. Everyone knows that Mikes does not count. And neither does a nice, genteel little glass of sherry. It's a really hot day--mint juleps do not count under these circumstances. Tom Collins'es, however, are iffy. It's a really cold day--hot chocolate or coffee, doctored up with some sort of appropriate antifreeze, does not count under these circumstances. Champagne drinks are acceptable at breakfast time or brunch. Extra points if there is an actual piece of fruit IN the drink. Rum drinks are acceptable starting at lunchtime in the tropics or in any sunny resort area. Sake is fine with any Japanese meal. That is all... I may post this on my fridge, where my white wine is currently chilling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Gee, you sure can tell who imbibes on these boards! :D Seriously, though, your question is a really good one. So, it surely matters how much you drink and how ophten (again, sorry about my stupid eph key)? I mean, what is 'normal' and what is 'drunkard'-ish? Because you know, those 3-4 oz glasses o'wine are really more like 6-8 oz glasses... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margo out of lurking Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 This would get my vote for the Best Thread Title ever! Hilarious! I'm going to just crack up over this all night!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funschooler5 Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 I'm just glad I'm not the only one who's wondered about this! :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyWImom Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 I think that if you're having a drink (s?) with someone else, pretty much anytime is okay.:lol: If you're alone, on a normal day, I don't before 5pm (okay, not much before 5). If it's been a horrible, horrible day, all bets are off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angela in ohio Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Noon. But if you are really desperate, you could start at 11:57 a.m. and just let people assume your watch is fast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 It depends upon what you're drinking. You can drink a mimosa or bloody mary in the morning. You can't drink whiskey in the morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 I would drink a mimosa but not sure if I would like a Bloody Mary in the AM. Are screwdrivers allowed? How about a Tequila Sunrise? I would be more likely to drink a Tequila Sunrise than a Bloody Mary...vodka doesn't sound good for breakfast :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 ...however, there are adjustments as follows: Children are fighting with each other--subtract 2 hours. Husband is fighting with children--do not drink at all. You will need to have all your wits about you to referee. The relative that you most often have had to ask to pass the bean dip has called--emergency. Any time will do. It's Mike's that you're drinking--any time will do. Everyone knows that Mikes does not count. And neither does a nice, genteel little glass of sherry. It's a really hot day--mint juleps do not count under these circumstances. Tom Collins'es, however, are iffy. It's a really cold day--hot chocolate or coffee, doctored up with some sort of appropriate antifreeze, does not count under these circumstances. Champagne drinks are acceptable at breakfast time or brunch. Extra points if there is an actual piece of fruit IN the drink. Rum drinks are acceptable starting at lunchtime in the tropics or in any sunny resort area. Sake is fine with any Japanese meal. That is all... that is enough. Thank you. I may just start drinking now that I know how! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 LOL Whenever you start dinner prep. If you are in France, whenever you start lunch(eon). Any French in you? ;) How about Scottish, I am Scottish, I am pretty sure that you can drink anytime and anything if you are Scottish, there must be a rule somewhere declaring this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 How about a cape cod? Those are nice. Oh...I am part Irish..is that ok? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 I had homemade burbon cake with my coffee this morning - does that count? Was it fabulous? If it was....need recipe ASAP!!:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Well, according to my mother, if it is in fruit juice or coffee, it is breakfast, so as soon as you get up. Especially on holidays when one has to cook all day. And deal with lots of family members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hedgehogs4 Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 10 a.m. my husband says as long as the clock reads double digits in the a.m. :glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 It depends upon what you're drinking. You can drink a mimosa or bloody mary in the morning. You can't drink whiskey in the morning. Oh, I think you can... again... hidden deep in the mires of coffee :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 ...however, there are adjustments as follows: Children are fighting with each other--subtract 2 hours. Husband is fighting with children--do not drink at all. You will need to have all your wits about you to referee. The relative that you most often have had to ask to pass the bean dip has called--emergency. Any time will do. It's Mike's that you're drinking--any time will do. Everyone knows that Mikes does not count. And neither does a nice, genteel little glass of sherry. It's a really hot day--mint juleps do not count under these circumstances. Tom Collins'es, however, are iffy. It's a really cold day--hot chocolate or coffee, doctored up with some sort of appropriate antifreeze, does not count under these circumstances. Champagne drinks are acceptable at breakfast time or brunch. Extra points if there is an actual piece of fruit IN the drink. Rum drinks are acceptable starting at lunchtime in the tropics or in any sunny resort area. Sake is fine with any Japanese meal. That is all... I could learn to live with rules like this:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 You know, theoretically speaking? ;) As soon as you are awake enough to hold a cup of tea or coffee you can pour some Baileys Irish Cream into it. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Oh, I think you can... again... hidden deep in the mires of coffee :lol: Does Baileys (no, there is no apostrophe in Baileys, I double checked :D) count as whiskey? I thought it was more of a liqueur. I'll give you a pass if it's Baileys. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Does Baileys (no, there is no apostrophe in Baileys, I double checked :D) count as whiskey? I thought it was more of a liqueur. I'll give you a pass if it's Baileys. ;) I already posted this recommendation (and let me say again, I'm dry) southern comfort can really warm coffee up :lol: But maybe that's liquer too? DOES THAT COUNT?? Now I feel like an alcohol no nothing :p eta, the caps are to indicate shock and confusion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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