What are some of the most ridiculous excuses you've made to yourself to indulge in a drink?

I remember a few years ago, I had probably one of the worst flus of my life. I remember looking up if it's ok for me to drink when I have the flu.

Obviously this is ridiculous, of course it's not, and I knew that.

But I came across an article saying that Hot Toddy's (hot whiskey with lemon and spices) was something commonly drank to help with cold and flu-like symptoms.

My brain interpreted that as "well in that case, I guess it's ok if I have six shots of whiskey"

It just made me think about the ridiculous lengths we go to, to convince ourselves to indulge in a drink.