How To Play The “Beer Hockey” Drinking Game

“Beer Hockey,” a dynamic and interactive drinking game that combines elements of skill, speed, and strategy.

It’s perfect for larger gatherings and is played around a floating table.

Here’s how to play the Beer Hockey drinking game:

What You’ll Need To Play

1. One Quarter: Used for spinning and flicking.
2. One Beer per Person per Game: Canned beer is preferred for the audible clink when hit by the quarter.
3. A Floating Table: A table not touching any walls and accessible from all sides.

Number of Players

• Multiple Players: Ideal for larger groups, as long as everyone can comfortably reach the table.

Objective

The aim is to hit your opponents’ beer cans with the quarter while protecting your own, combining the excitement of air hockey with drinking.

Game Setup

• Table Arrangement: Position the table so it’s accessible from all sides.
• Player Positioning: Each player stands around the table, each with a full beer can placed in front of them.

Beer Hockey Drinking Game Rules

1. Starting the Game:
   • Determine the order of turns, either randomly or by choice.
   • The first player, known as the “spinner,” spins the quarter on the table and calls out another player’s name, making them the “shooter.”
2. Shooting the Quarter:
   • After a name is called, other players (except the shooter) can cover their beers with no more than two fingers, typically using the index and pinky.
   • The shooter tries to flick or sweep the quarter to hit any guarded beer cans.
3. Scoring and Drinking:
   • If a beer can is hit, everyone removes their beers from the table.
   • The shooter spins the quarter, and the player whose beer was hit must chug their beer for the duration of the spin.
4. Additional Rules:
   • Instant Revenge: If the drinker finishes their beer while the quarter is spinning, they can slam their empty can on the quarter, forcing the scorer to drink.
   • Stopping the Quarter: If the scorer stops the quarter upright with their finger, the player who was scored on must chug their beer.
   • Helmet of Shame: Worn by a player scored on three times, typically an empty cardboard beer case.
   • Three Spin Rule: Players have three tries to get the quarter spinning on their turn; failing results in their beer going to the penalty box (center of the table) for one turn.
   • Game Style: Play elimination style or until a set number of points is reached.

Safety For Players

• Drink Responsibly: Monitor alcohol consumption and ensure no one feels pressured to drink excessively.
• Non-Alcoholic Options: Include non-alcoholic beverages for inclusive play.

Beer Hockey Drinking Game

Beer Hockey is an excellent game for engaging a large group in a fun, energetic activity, combining skill and strategy with social drinking.

Play responsibly to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment.

So gather around the table, spin the quarter, and enjoy Beer Hockey!

Check out some other fun drinking games like the Pyramid Coin Game, Pig, Three Man, Mexicali, Cho Han, 7-11 Doubles and Flip-Tac-Toe.