More on this. I have a coworker from India who never drinks, and apparently never in her life tasted alcohol for traditional/spiritual reasons. I often watch her behavior to try and gain ideas how to handle it... She is one of the most social individuals in our closer and also larger team. Attends gatherings whenever she can. She's also a wonderful cook and often brings home-made Indian goodies for the group. No one has ever given much thought about why she does not drink alcohol. She's often offered some, and just says "no thank you". No disadvantage in any way, really.