Turning 18 and first time drinking

I’m turning 18 soon (legal age to drink alcohol in my country) and want some advice/ recommendations on what to drink at first. I’m not really drinking to get drunk, but more for enjoying the drink itself. I have had a small amount of beer and didn’t hate it but found it very hard to drink much of it because the aftertaste was so bitter. I’ve also had some (fairly dry) apple cider which I quite enjoyed. And some white wine which was nice. What can I try that won’t be overly bitter and that I will be able to enjoy? Also are there any particular types of beer or other drinks that might be slightly bitter but not as much as most beers, that would allow me to get used to that taste and enjoy stronger/ more bitter drinks more? And are than any drinks that I should make sure to try soon?

Thanks in advanced