Classic Drinking Games
Top 10 Classic Drinking Games for Parties 🍻
Nothing makes a party more fun than classic drinking games! Whether you’re hosting a house party, celebrating a birthday, or just looking for a fun way to break the ice, drinking games bring laughter, competition, and unforgettable memories.
From card-based games like Kings Cup to physical challenges like Flip Cup, this list covers the 10 best drinking games that are easy to play and guaranteed to keep the good vibes flowing.
Let’s get started! 🍻🎉
What Makes a Great Drinking Game? 🍹
Before diving into the games, let’s talk about what makes a drinking game truly great:
✅ Easy to Learn – Simple rules so everyone can jump in quickly.
✅ Minimal Supplies – Uses common items like cards, cups, and dice.
✅ Fun for Small & Large Groups – Adaptable to different numbers of players.
✅ Encourages Interaction – Promotes socializing, laughter, and friendly competition.
Now, let’s check out the top 10 drinking games that have stood the test of time! 🍺
1️⃣ Kings Cup (Ring of Fire) 👑🔥
Supplies: Deck of cards, a large cup, and alcohol of choice.
How to Play:
Spread a deck of cards face down in a circle around a large cup (the Kings Cup).
Players take turns drawing a card and follow the pre-assigned rule for that card (e.g., "2 = You, 4 = Floor, 9 = Rhyme").
If you draw a King, pour some of your drink into the Kings Cup.
The person who draws the last King must drink the entire Kings Cup!
Popular Rule Variations:
Waterfall – Everyone drinks when a certain card is drawn.
Make Your Own Rules – The last King-drawer gets to create a game-changing rule.
2️⃣ Flip Cup 🔄🍺
Supplies: Plastic cups, alcohol, a long table.
How to Play:
Divide into two teams and line up on opposite sides of the table.
The first player chugs their drink, places their cup on the edge of the table, and tries to flip it upright using their fingers.
Once they succeed, the next teammate goes.
First team to finish flipping all their cups wins!
💡 Pro Tip: Try playing "Relay Flip Cup" for added challenge—each player must flip multiple cups before passing to the next person.
3️⃣ Beer Pong 🏓🍺
Supplies: 12-20 cups, ping pong ball, a long table, and beer.
How to Play:
Arrange cups in a triangle at each end of the table.
Players take turns throwing a ping pong ball into the opponent’s cups.
If a ball lands in a cup, the defending team must drink it and remove the cup.
The first team to eliminate all of the opponent’s cups wins!
🔥 Fun Variations:
Speed Pong – No waiting between turns.
Trick Shot Challenge – Players must attempt unique shots (e.g., behind the back).
4️⃣ Never Have I Ever 🤔🥂
Supplies: Just drinks!
How to Play:
Players take turns saying "Never have I ever..." followed by something they haven’t done (e.g., "Never have I ever gone skinny dipping.").
Anyone who HAS done it must take a sip of their drink.
Continue around the circle with fun, embarrassing, or crazy statements.
💡 Best Played With: A mix of funny and risky questions!
5️⃣ Drunk Jenga 🏗️🍻
Supplies: Jenga set, marker, drinks.
How to Play:
Write drinking-related challenges on each Jenga block (e.g., "Take 2 sips," "Pass your drink to the left.").
Players take turns pulling blocks and completing the challenge written on them.
If the tower falls, the person who knocked it down must finish their drink!
6️⃣ Power Hour ⏳🍾
Supplies: Shot glass, alcohol, timer or music playlist.
How to Play:
Players take 1 shot of beer every minute for an hour (that’s 60 shots!).
You can play with a Power Hour music mix that signals each new round.
Last person standing wins!
⚠️ Warning: Power Hour can sneak up on you—drink responsibly!
7️⃣ Ride the Bus 🚌🍷
Supplies: Deck of cards, alcohol.
How to Play:
Round 1: Players guess red or black before drawing a card. If wrong, they drink.
Round 2: Guess higher or lower than the previous card.
Round 3: Guess inside or outside (between the last two cards).
Final Round: Players build a pyramid of cards and drink based on matches.
The last person playing "rides the bus" and must complete an extra challenge.
8️⃣ Quarters 🎯🥃
Supplies: Coins (quarters), small glass, drinks.
How to Play:
Players take turns bouncing a quarter off the table and trying to land it in a glass.
If they succeed, they choose someone to drink.
If they miss three times in a row, they drink.
💡 Pro Tip: Use a stiff table for better bounce control!
9️⃣ Circle of Death 💀🍺
Supplies: Deck of cards, alcohol.
How to Play:
Similar to Kings Cup but with unique, extreme rules.
Each drawn card represents a drinking challenge.
Breaking the circle of cards means you drink the full cup in the middle!
🔟 Edward 40 Hands ✋🍾
Supplies: Two 40-ounce bottles of beer per player, duct tape.
How to Play:
Players have a 40-ounce bottle duct-taped to each hand.
They cannot remove them until both bottles are empty.
The first to finish wins!
⚠️ Warning: Stay hydrated & play responsibly!
🎉 Tips for Playing Drinking Games Safely 🚦
✅ Drink Responsibly – Pace yourself and drink water in between rounds.
✅ Know Your Limits – Don't feel pressured to drink too much.
✅ Play with Trustworthy Friends – Ensure a fun and safe environment.
✅ Have Non-Alcoholic Options – Some players may want alternatives.
🍾 Conclusion – Let the Games Begin!
Drinking games bring people together, break the ice, and create unforgettable party moments. Whether you love strategy-based games like Kings Cup or physical challenges like Flip Cup, there’s a game for every occasion!
Ready to try them out at your next party? Grab your drinks, gather your friends, and let the fun begin! 🎉🍻
