I agree with moderation. Remember, the Big Guy only told us to "not drink to excess". I see nothing wrong with a pint or 2 after work as Im tossing a slab of animal on the grill for dinner. I also enjoy libations at the pub with friends, but I have found that a 2 to 1 glass ratio of brew vs water (2 pints then 1 water)a good way to prevent those nasty dehydration headaches.
I do homebrew, but thats more for the variety & flavor of the differing styles. My motto is "QUALITY, not Quantity".

Well lads, tonite I'll toast you all with the first pint out of my new batch of Irish Stout that I just kegged last night. Happy St.Pats.