What are the original rules of beer pong?

Hey there! If you're looking to learn the original rules of beer pong, you've come to the right place. As a professional bartender and a seasoned beer pong player, I'm here to break it down for you.

Beer pong is a classic drinking game with ping pong balls that's perfect for parties, tailgates, or just a fun night with friends. The game is played with two teams, each consisting of two players. The objective is simple: throw a ping pong ball into one of the cups on the opposing team's side of the table.

Now, let's dive into the original rules of beer pong:

1. Setup: Start by setting up a rectangular table, preferably a ping pong table or a similar surface. Arrange ten cups in a pyramid shape at each end of the table, with four cups at the back, then three cups, two cups, and one cup at the front. Fill the cups with your beverage of choice, typically beer.

2. Teams: As I mentioned earlier, beer pong is a two-team game. Each team consists of two players, and they stand on opposite sides of the table.

3. Turns: The game starts with one member from each team taking turns throwing the ball. Each player gets one throw per turn.

4. Shooting: When shooting, the ball must be thrown from behind the back edge of the table. You can use any throwing technique you prefer, as long as the ball is released from your hand.

5. Hits and Misses: If a player successfully lands the ball into one of the opponent's cups, the opposing team must drink the contents of that cup and remove it from the table. If a player misses, the turn goes to the opposing team.

6. Rebuttal: If both players on a team successfully land a ball in the same cup, they get a chance to shoot again. This is called a rebuttal shot.

7. Winning: The game continues until one team eliminates all of the opponent's cups. The team that successfully eliminates all the cups wins the game.

Now, keep in mind that these are the original rules of beer pong. Over time, variations and house rules have emerged, such as bounce shots, island cups, and redemption shots. It's always a good idea to clarify the rules with your opponents before starting a game.

So, there you have it! The original rules of beer pong explained in a nutshell. Grab your ping pong balls, set up your cups, and get ready to have a blast with this classic two-player drinking game. Cheers!

Maxwell Shotski

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Maxwell is a professional bartender and has worked in some of the best bars in the world. He knows all the tricks of the trade and loves teaching others how to make the perfect cocktail.