I used to be like you. I couldn't stand the taste/smell of beer one bit. I'd always drink vodka when I went to a party.

Now I can drink upwards to 10 beers and not feel drunk. No, I am not proud of this nor am I boasting, just stating a fact. For me it was all about finding a beer I could actually drink without vomiting. I found my savior in Miller Lite. Once I got the hang of Miller Lite, the transition to other beers was easy.