Why drink non-alcoholic alcoholic drinks?

Like I seriously don’t get it. I’ve been drinking for the past 7 years, and REALLY drinking for about 3 years (sober-er now). I mention that because I’d like to make clear i understand the thought of giving ex alcoholics something to replace booze with. But as someone who has tried that; the real answer is smoke some weed and drink a soda, that or just drink water.

And then it’s like; beer, and booze aren’t known for their delicious flavours, they’re known for their pleasant side effects that make you want to put up with something that tastes bad. And wine might taste good, but if you’re drinking wine for the taste you’re not drinking it to get drunk anyways. So idk I haven’t had a coffee yet (oh there’s another good drink) so having a hard time getting this across properly.

But just, what are people’s thoughts on non-alcoholic drinks?