> I don't feel awkward going to a bar with work folks and ordering a diet coke. No one gives a shit. I don't drink at all either. Always order a tea. But whet

> I don't feel awkward going to a bar with work folks and ordering a diet coke. No one gives a shit. I don't drink at all either. Always order a tea. But whether give a shit depends on society. Chinese become either offended or very disappointed if you don't drink with them. They don't see it as individual choice, they see it as a statement that you don't like the host or the group.