Cheers to the Governor - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Count to 21 with replaced number rules

Equipment Needed

• Drinks only

Setup

Circle. Start counting.

How to Play Cheers to the Governor

1. Count around the circle to 21
2. At 21, everyone says 'Cheers to the Governor!'
3. Person who says 21 makes a rule
4. Rules replace numbers with words/actions
5. Example: 7 becomes 'fuzzy bunny'
6. Mess up = drink, restart from 1
7. Rules accumulate each round
8. Game ends when impossible to complete

Tips & Strategies

Remember which numbers have rules. Pay attention to what others add.

Variations

Speed Governor: 2 seconds per number. Double Governor: Count to 30.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are good rule examples?

Swap 7 and 14, skip 11, clap on multiples of 3.

Can rules be actions?

Yes! Stand up, swap seats, high-five neighbor.

Players: 4-15 | Duration: 20-40 min | Difficulty: medium