Originally Posted by
letsgowithJ 
There's definitely a replacement side to it, in a moderately unhealthy fashion.
When I first quit, I tried to find something to replace my drinking. But quite frankly, for the alcoholic, there is no replacement for it.
If there is a concern, as far as trying to find a replacement, is that it sort of scratches the itch, but unsatisfied, we might return to drinking. One of the reasons why NA beer is not recommended as an alternative to alcohol.
I've been "buzzed" by red bull, drinking a ton of it during a long distance drive in an effort to stay awake and alert. Hence my question, what are you seeking?
Once the obsession lifts, we can make choices about what we drink based on thirst or taste or whatever, rather than what will fill the void of booze.