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A while back, a pregnant friend said her doctor told her it was OK to occasionally have a glass of wine, but she didn't indulge. "What's the point?" she asked. "I don't want one glass, I wanted three."

Many people share this sentiment, especially in the guzzling state of Wisconsin. Drinking alcohol for the sheer taste of it seems to be a quality some people identify as snobby, but many wine enthusiasts, home brewers and connoisseurs of fine vodkas or tequilas might disagree.

But what about you? Do you drink alcohol for the taste or the effect? Sound off, Milwaukee, we want to hear your thoughts on this.

Taste. I appreciate the taste of certain alcoholic beverages. I like to identify the flavors in a nice glass of wine or to complement my food with the perfect beer or cocktail. Drinking to excess is not my thing, but I still enjoy occasionally drinking alcohol.

Effect. I like to drink alcohol so I can tie on a buzz. It makes the evening more fun. There are certain alcoholic beverages I like more than others, but the thought of having one drink just for the taste of it seems like a waste. Why take in all of those extra calories for nothing?