Drinking onset at 16 and younger, versus 21 and older, appears to double the likelihood of alcohol-related driving or unintentional injuries, as well as the risk for alcohol dependence or abuse, the investigators report. ~ Reuters
Like a kid being denied entrance to a carnival ride because of the minimum height requirement, I know the age limit for drinking must seem arbitrary and unfair to underage would-be imbibers. Lines have to be drawn somewhere though, and considering the much greater chance for accidents and abuse for those that begin drinking early I have no problem whatsoever supporting the minimum age limit of 21.
I don’t care how smart, responsible, or mature you are, your brain must be 21 to get on this ride.
