Looking for the ultimate party game to fire up your night? At The Bierkeller, we’ve got Beer Pong tables ready and waiting at all our venues – Manchester, Liverpool, Nottingham and Birmingham.
If you’ve never played or are a seasoned shot-sinker, here’s everything you need to know about how to play Beer Pong and enjoy it The Bierkeller way.
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What is Beer Pong?
Beer Pong is a fast-paced, social drinking game played with cups, ping pong balls and beer (you can swap this out to any drink of your choice). It’s all about aiming, accuracy, and good banter. Two teams face off at either end of a table, trying to land ping pong balls into each other’s cups. Sink a shot, and your opponents drink. Simple.
What You Need to Play Beer Pong
If you’re wondering “how many cups do you need to play beer pong” and other game related questions, here’s a list of the essentials you need before the fun begins:
- Beer Pong Table: all Bierkeller venues come fully equipped.
- 20 Plastic Cups: 10 for each side, arranged in a triangle.
- Ping Pong Balls: usually two.
- Beer: or your beverage of choice.
- Optional: a water cup to rinse the balls between shots.
Setting Up the Game
Before diving into the action, it’s important to get your table properly set up. A good setup ensures fair play, smooth rounds, and plenty of fun. Here’s how to get started:
- Place 10 cups in a pyramid (4-3-2-1 formation) at each end of the table.
- Fill each cup with beer – about a quarter full.
- Teams of two stand behind their set of cups.
- Flip a coin or play ‘eye-to-eye’ to decide who shoots first.
How to Play Beer Pong: Rules & Tips
Gameplay Basics
- Teams take turns throwing one ping pong ball each.
- A successful shot lands in a cup – the opposing team drinks the contents and removes that cup.
- If both players on a team hit cups, they shoot again.
- The aim: eliminate all of your opponent’s cups before they get yours.
Beer Pong Variations
Fancy mixing it up? Here are some popular tweaks to spice up your beer pong game:
- 6-Cup Quick Game: perfect for shorter rounds.
- Death Cup Rule: if a ball lands in a cup that’s been picked up but not drunk, the game ends.
- Celebrity Rules: add in dares, forfeits or themed challenges.
Tips to Play Like a Pro
- Perfect Your Aim: aim for the back of the cup and go for a gentle arc.
- Steady Your Hand: find a solid stance and keep your elbow in check.
- Communicate: teamwork makes the dream work.
- Keep it Fun: it’s about laughs as much as it is landing shots.
Playing Beer Pong at The Bierkeller
Playing Beer Pong at The Bierkeller isn’t just a game – it’s an experience. Think steins, bratwursts, great tunes and a buzzing crowd. Whether it’s a student night, hen do, stag party or just Friday drinks, our venues are the perfect backdrop for some friendly competition.
More Games to Play at The Bierkeller
Once you’ve conquered the Beer Pong table, why not keep the competition going? At the Shooters Sports Bar in our Bierkeller venues, the fun doesn’t stop there, we’ve got plenty more games to keep your night buzzing.
Test your aim with a game of darts: whether you’re going for a bullseye or just some friendly rivalry, our digital darts boards are perfect for casual play or serious scoring.
Rack up the fun with pool: take on your mates at one of our high-quality pool tables. Great for a bit of back-and-forth between rounds of drinks.
So whether you’re here for the beer, the games, or both, The Bierkeller has you covered for a full night of entertainment.
Ready to Play? Book Your Table Now
Beer Pong tables are available to book at all our venues. Get your crew together, reserve your table, and let the games begin.