For many people, their first pint is a moment they never forget - whether it was a carefully planned trip to the pub, a lunchtime drink in a school uniform or something they probably shouldn't have been doing at all.
We asked YEP readers on Facebook to tell us which Leeds pub they had their first drink in, and the response brought back plenty of memories of nights out, old friends and long-lost local pubs.
Here are 13 of the Leeds pubs mentioned by our readers, along with some of the stories behind those memorable first drinks.
1. The Woodpecker
Gary Lowndes remembers his first drink at the Woodpecker: “A pint of Skol at dinnertime from Agnes Stewart school in school uniform for 38p.” | YEP
2. The Slip Inn
Paul Walsh remembers the Slip Inn as part of his early drinking days, recalling how he had previously been served underage at the Wykebeck Arms before eventually being refused at 18. | YPN
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3. Square on the Lane
Lynsey Bell remembers the Square on the Lane in 1998, writing: “1998. Smashing.” | Isabella - stock.adobe.com
4. Shoulder of Mutton
Tina Ann Sissons remembers her first drink at the Shoulder of Mutton, simply recalling: “Shoulder n mutton near Meanwood.” | YPN
5. The Commercial
Matthew Sheffield remembers the Commercial in Morley as his first pub, dating his visit to “prob 88/89”. | Google Street View
6. The Skinners Arms
Michael Phillis remembers his first drink at the Skinners Arms in 1983, adding: “Was 14 before I went to work as a glass collector at Sheepscar wmc.... a lad needs a drink before work.” | YPN