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Iv quit smoking.Is there anything I can do to surpress the craving when I am having a few beers?

Issue
I went to the pub on the weekend for a few beers and it was horrible. Iv coped quite well with not smoking but this was the first time I'd drank since I quit and I didn't enjoy my night and felt really subdued. People kept asking if I was ok because I was quiet and didn't seem myself at all. Its my birthday in a few weeks and I want to have a few beers (well...quite a few actually) and have a good time, but to be honest I'm not looking forward to it after my experience on the weekend. Is there ANYTHING I can do to surpress my cravings when I drink?

Best Tip

I have the same problem. Snacking on peanuts works to alleviate some of the craving.

Others
have a smoke it makes you look hard
Try nicotine gums or nicotine patches, it helped me a lot.
You could get some Quest cigarettes. They are all the fun of smoking without the Nicotine. You will feel better and you won't get addicted again. They also have some low-nicotine ones too!
Have 2 beers at a time. That should keep your hands busy.

Seriously though the early days are always the hardest. Persevere and you'll find your beer nights will get better and more fun. Explain to your friends and ask for their support, if you haven't already.
The patch? The gum?
try substituing cigeratte smoke, with crystal meth or crack cocaine. This worked wonders for me.