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Maury Drinking Game + Cocktail

The envelope is sealed, the drinks are poured, and you are NOT the father.

The Rules

  • Sip — whenever Maury Povich says 'When it comes to [name]...' before a result
  • Sip — whenever a guest runs off stage and Maury chases them to the hallway
  • Sip — whenever a paternity test result is read and the audience erupts
  • Sip — whenever a guest dances or twerks in the audience during their moment
  • Sip — whenever a lie detector test result is disputed loudly on stage
  • Drink Twice — whenever someone says 'I am 1000% sure he is the father'
  • Drink Twice — whenever the audience chants or boos a specific guest
  • Drink Twice — whenever a dramatic DNA reveal ends with a chase off stage
  • Shot — whenever Maury delivers the words 'You are NOT the father'
  • Shot — whenever a guest returns to test a third or fourth potential father
  • Chug — whenever a guest's reaction to a result becomes an iconic internet moment

Themed Cocktail

The Paternity Test

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 oz rye whiskey
  • 0.75 oz apple juice
  • 0.5 oz cinnamon syrup
  • 0.25 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 2 oz ginger ale
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters

Instructions:

  1. 1Combine rye, apple juice, cinnamon syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker with ice.
  2. 2Shake for 10 seconds.
  3. 3Strain into a highball glass over ice.
  4. 4Top with ginger ale.
  5. 5Add a dash of bitters and stir once.

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.