Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to enjoy your favorite beverage with friends? Look no further than Irish Drinking Poker! This game combines the classic rules of poker with the added element of drinking, making for a memorable and enjoyable experience.
To get started, gather a group of friends and a deck of cards. Each player should have their own drink at the ready. The objective of the game is to have the best hand at the end of each round and avoid having to take a drink penalty.
Before each round, each player must place an agreed upon amount of alcohol into a communal “pot”. This can be a shot glass or other designated container. Once all players have placed their contribution, the dealer begins dealing out cards.
Each player receives four cards face down, followed by four cards face up. As in regular poker, players can then take turns betting or folding based on the strength of their hand. However, in Irish Drinking Poker, there are additional rules that come into play.
For example, if a player has two or more cards of the same suit showing face up on the table, they may choose to “drink” that suit. This means that any other player who has a card of that same suit in their hand must take a drink penalty.
Additionally, if a player has two or more cards that are consecutive in rank showing face up on the table (such as a 5 and 6), they can choose to “mate” those cards. This means that any other player who has a card with either rank in their hand must also take a drink penalty.
The game continues until one player remains with the best hand or until all players have decided to fold. The winner then takes all of the contributions from the communal pot and may distribute them as they see fit.
Irish Drinking Poker can be played with any number of players and is sure to provide hours of entertainment. So grab some friends, some cards, and your favorite drinks and get ready for a night of fun!