Prince Andrew displayed an unusual habit with his eating and drinking preferences that raised concerns for Queen Elizabeth, despite his status as one of her favored children.
A Childlike Approach to Beverages
Andrew consistently avoided alcohol, opting instead for room-temperature water. Sources close to the royal family note that he explained this choice in a remarkably straightforward manner: he tried alcohol as a teenager and disliked it. This simplistic reasoning reportedly heightened the Queen’s worries about her second son, hinting at underlying childlike tendencies.
Even during visits to nightclubs, Andrew refrained from drinking or using drugs. He once stated, “I haven’t got the head for it,” when questioned about his aversion to alcohol.
Dramatic Entrance at Buckingham Palace
In 2011, ahead of an investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace, an eyewitness recalled a striking incident. A blue Bentley executed a sharp handbrake turn in the quadrangle, scattering gravel onto other vehicles. Guests murmured that it was Prince Andrew, who resided at the palace. The display overshadowed the event for attendees, drawing attention squarely to him on what was meant to be their special occasion.
