Pool Drinking - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play
Pool Drinking is a drinking game in the Two Player category for 2 players that takes about 20-40 min with a medium difficulty level.
Pool billiards with drink penalties
Equipment Needed
Setup
Pool table racked. Drinks nearby.
How to Play Pool Drinking
- Standard 8-ball rules
- Opponent sinks ball = you drink 1
- Scratch = you drink 2
- Miss shot = drink 1
- Sink the 8 ball = opponent drinks 3
- Scratch on 8 ball = finish drink
- Best of 3 games
- 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
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