I think it is a bit like the drinking and driving debate.
A glass of wine or a beer with a meal may add to the pleasure and is generally harmless. Five pints or with a steak meal, then leap behind the wheel isn't sensible, responsible or legal.
Hobby woodworking - if a beer adds to the enjoyment and pleasure whilst plane wielding - great. A bottle of beer may be a relaxation and stir the creative juices, half a dozen bevvies and sharp or fast rotating machinery is less than clever.
A confession - I may have a beer or glass of wine with a meal, but never drink and woodwork. The risk of dismembered digits clearly has an impact!