Can I adapt to stronger drinks?

I’m 19 and I’ve noticed when I go out I can’t handle anything stronger than beer without it tasting awful.

When doing shots, mainly vodka since it tastes the least bad, I’ll gag each time and get closer to being sick with each shot so I just go back to my cider.

I’ve noticed everyone I go out with can handle strong drinks, shots and spirits just fine but I struggle getting past three before the awful taste makes me sick.

Basically, I understand strong drinks don’t taste good and I shouldn’t expect it to, I just really hate that I can feel throw up in my throat after the 2-3 strong drinks or shots. Will I adapt to the gagging and taste just a little like how you adapt to spicy food? Or is this my limit till my flavour pallet naturally changes with age?