Yep, beer is an aquired taste. I suggest you try and start with Berry weis. And in no time you will be able to down an octoberfest.
I didn't drink til college. In high school i didn't understand why people drank. But the second you arrive in college you'll see the value of beer. And it will grow on you.
I started out on rum, but that later turned into everclear. If i can offer any of you high schoolers some advice it would be, Stay the hell away from Everclear and Jungle Juice
As long as you drink responsibly and don't drive, drinking is okay, but don't cross the line.