I love drop bars. If you want to ride more upright, just ride on the "tops" or the "hoods." If you want to ride more aero and fight a headwind, ride in the drops. Lots of choices for any situation.

IMHO, the problem that many people have with drop bars is that their handlebars are set too low. Many bike shops set them up that way, or cyclists think they should emulate racers with very low handlebars. My handlebars are about the same height as my saddle. So I can ride comfortably upright when I want to, or get in the drops for a more aero position when I want to.