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American Idol Drinking Game + Cocktail

You're going to Hollywood — but first, take a drink.

The Rules

  • Sip — A contestant tells their emotional backstory package
  • Sip — A judge says 'That was pitchy' or offers a vocal critique
  • Sip — The golden ticket to Hollywood is handed out
  • Sip — Someone's family screams and cries in the waiting room
  • Sip — Ryan Seacrest says 'This is American Idol'
  • Drink Twice — A hilariously bad audition makes the judges laugh
  • Drink Twice — A contestant gets a standing ovation from all judges
  • Drink Twice — The judges disagree on whether to send someone through
  • Shot — Simon Cowell says 'That was absolutely dreadful'
  • Shot — A frontrunner is shockingly eliminated
  • Chug — The confetti drops and the season winner is crowned

Themed Cocktail

The Golden Ticket

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz vanilla vodka
  • 0.5 oz Goldschlager
  • 4 oz prosecco
  • 0.25 oz simple syrup

Instructions:

  1. 1Pour vanilla vodka, Goldschlager, and simple syrup into a champagne flute.
  2. 2Top with prosecco.
  3. 3Stir once very gently.
  4. 4Let the gold flakes settle and swirl.

Fun Facts

Disclaimer: Drink responsibly. This is intended for adults of legal drinking age. Never drink and drive. Always know your limits and drink in moderation.