Whether it's Sunday brunch or happy hour, a first date or a wedding, it's always a good time for a drink. Everyone has a favorite beverage, but with so many choices out there, sometimes it can still be hard to choose. When you're faced with that difficult dilemma -- a gin and tonic or a beer, a whisky on the rocks or neat -- the options can feel overwhelming and you might end up making the grave mistake of ordering something you'll regret. (You never want to waste the opportunity for a good drink, after all.)
To help you rise to the occasion, we've charted out your go-to drinks for any situation. Don't know what to order? Don't panic. It's 5 o'clock somewhere, so go ahead, grab a drink and find out what the best choice is for any scenario.
Sunday Brunch
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High School Prom After-Party
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First Date
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New Year's Eve
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Frat Party
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Your Birthday
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A Night In
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A Bachelorette Party When Your Sole Mission Is To Get As Drunk As Possible
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The Bridal Shower You Really Didn't Want To Attend
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The Office Christmas Party That You Got Too Drunk At Last Year
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Meeting The Parents
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You Just Got Promoted!
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You Just Got Laid Off
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A Wedding
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Spring Break
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The First Day Of Fall
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The First Day Of Summer
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College Graduation
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