Wine was my drink of choice... usually chardonnay, pinot grigio, pinot noir, sometimes merlot. But if wine wasn't around for whatever reason, I'd be happy to reach for anything available... beer, liquor.
I find it hard to believe that one can be an alcoholic selectively. Beer can get me drunk as quickly as wine if I drink it fast enough.
The idea of switching drinks to moderate or control is part of being addicted.