I'm a bit surprised by how strongly the "NO(s)" underline their answer. The reasons that keep me away from drinking are simply that it degrades my voice and that I must drive back home. I'm also particularly careful about very cold drinks. My throat is quite fragile and doesn't like sudden temperature changes. Apart from this, if I feel comfortable, if the place and people are familiar, I sometimes allow me a drink (always offered by the party host/bar manager) by the end of the act. I never felt like falling into any kind of "temptation", and have never regret it. Do you really feel that (wisely) drinking is that dangerous for you, full time pros?

-- José.