Vegetarian, beer elitist, fixed-rider here. Scotch elitist as well.
I am friends with a 70 year old vegetarian that hasn't eaten meat in over 30 years. He claims health reasons, but spends over 40 hours/week in a smokey pool hall. If he can do it I can, too.
I've gone 4 years without meat. My fridge has a strict policy of not allowing dairy to enter it. That said, I am by no means a vegan. I love honey and can't resist some birfday cake.