Why do some people idolize drinking?

I like whiskey cocktails, rum, the occasional hazy IPA, stouts and old style European beers. I don’t understand the fascination with drinking to the point where you’re worried about being capable of enjoying it.

If you’re already relaxed and enjoying yourself WITHOUT alcohol, it CAN add to the experience. But I’ve never gone from frustrated to beer to happy. Actually, having alcohol in my system while stressed out feels awful.

Maybe I’m just conservative with my use or something, especially with an SSRI prescription. But I don’t actually LIKE the tired, slow, can’t focus or see straight, etc.