“She’s Perfect for a Bit of Fun on the Side…” 9 Traits of Women who Guys Keep Around as Their Backup Plan

3. She loves alcohol and she never turns down an invitation to go out drinking

“She can keep me company without worrying about the last train if we live close.” You end up being his drinking buddy, but nothing more. If someone only invites you out for drinks, you could take the initiative and make a suggestion, like “Why don’t we go out for lunch sometime?”