I've gone to our local bar (which is more like someone's family room lol) since the beginning. I said things like "I needed a break, it was kicking my ass" or "not tonight thanks" or "the last thing I need is a drink" or "I'm on the wagon, health kick", etc. Literally the only people who even questioned me were the people I know also have a problem with drinking. I agree with people who said it's no one's business too. If I went out with a group of people I didn't know well I would just order soda or ice tea with no reason given why I'm not drinking alcohol.