Pool Drinking - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Pool billiards with drink penalties

Equipment Needed

• Pool table
• Drinks

Setup

Pool table racked. Drinks nearby.

How to Play Pool Drinking

1. Standard 8-ball rules
2. Opponent sinks ball = you drink 1
3. Scratch = you drink 2
4. Miss shot = drink 1
5. Sink the 8 ball = opponent drinks 3
6. Scratch on 8 ball = finish drink
7. Best of 3 games
8. Loser buys next round

Tips & Strategies

Play safe shots. Scratches hurt more than misses.

Variations

Cutthroat: 3 players. 9-Ball: Different game, same rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I sink opponent's ball?

They drink for the sink, you drink for the foul.

Slop counts?

House rules. Usually call shots to avoid slop.

Players: 2-2 | Duration: 20-40 min | Difficulty: medium