Presidents Drinking - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Presidents Drinking is a drinking game in the Card Games category for 4-8 players that takes about 30-45 min with a medium difficulty level.

Card shedding game with social drinking hierarchy

Equipment Needed

• Standard deck of cards
• Drinks

Setup

Full deck dealt evenly. Person with 3 of clubs starts.

How to Play Presidents Drinking

1. Deal entire deck evenly
2. Play higher cards than previous (can pass)
3. 2s are highest, 3s lowest
4. First out = President, last = Scum
5. President assigns drinks freely
6. Scum gives best cards to President
7. Vice President trades with Vice Scum
8. Play multiple rounds, ranks persist

Tips & Strategies

Don't waste your 2s early. Save them to escape the pile.

Variations

Revolution: Four of a kind reverses ranks. Social: President must drink with everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do ranks last?

Until the next round reshuffles rankings.

Can President make anyone drink?

Yes, absolute power until they lose it.

Players: 4-8 | Duration: 30-45 min | Difficulty: medium

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