Relationship Advice?

[LJay]

Well, being a bit tipsy and having a cuddle buddy is a pleasure certainly to be desired. You might make it a point to simply say, when you are sober, that you enjoy hanging out and having a few beers or whatever it is that Scots drink to pass an evening.

At the same time, I wonder if you are not too reticent to say to your friend that you are curious if he would go for a more direct relationship. I think Darius' idea of asking what he would think if you were interested in him is OK. What you need to do is to ask that question when there is no pressure to reply in either way.

Part of becoming really close friends is learning to be clear with each other that you are seeking information when you ask about things and not trying to put pressure on each other. It isn't easy to get to that stage, but it is well worth it. Try working with that idea and seeing what you come up with.