Who the fuck drinks to be sober anyways? Thats just a waste of money and time, yeah I get having some cold ones when BBQing or watching the game but if your going out and holding back thinking your macho or something because you aint acting stupid then your just wasting your friends times and money. ( unless your the driver)
I like being able to remember what I did, or the people I talked to, or generally have a good time. Getting a buzz is my limit, since I'd rather not get a hangover.
Not a macho thing, but a smart thing.