Vodka and Other Russian Drinks

Do Russian people drink Vodka? You bet they do. Do Russian people invented Vodka? This question is open for heated debates. Some people think that Vodka originated in 9th Century Poland, yet other people believe that Russians came up with this invigorating drink. It is  a traditional drink of Russia and when people learn that I came from Russia they often ask me, "Do you like Vodka?"  I'm often finding myself explaining to others that not all Russian people like Vodka; however, I don't dislike it. I will drink Vodka if I'm pushed enough by the host. Unlike American hosts, Russians often will insist on you drinking whatever they have to offer. Some would not take "No" for an answer. It is traditional that during festivities of any kind there is alcohol at the table. It is not necessarily Vodka, it can be Georgian or Armenian or Moldavian wine, Armenian Cognac (brandy) or a homemade wine or "Nalivka". I will talk about "Nalivka" in my next section on drinks. I'm thinking on having Friday night dedicated to drinks. Pardon the pun.:) Stay tuned to learn more about Russian drinks. As we say in Russia "Za Vashe Sdorovie!!!" or "To Your Health". Well, sometimes people would say, "Nu Poexali", which loosely translates to "Let's Drink":) Or "Vsdrognem "which loses everything in translation so let's not attempt that. Well, Do you like Vodka?
Will you drink it
a) willingly
b) only if pressed by hosts
 c) under no circumstances will I drink Vodka.