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National Lampoon's European Vacation Drinking Game + Cocktail

The Griswolds terrorize Europe one country at a time.

The Rules

  • Sip — Clark Griswold misreads a European cultural cue
  • Sip — The family drives on the wrong side of the road
  • Sip — Rusty or Audrey complain about the trip
  • Sip — Clark takes a terrible home video with his camcorder
  • Sip — Ellen tries to enjoy a destination while chaos unfolds
  • Drink Twice — Clark accidentally destroys a European landmark
  • Drink Twice — The Griswolds offend locals with American behavior
  • Drink Twice — The German couple keeps running into the Griswolds
  • Shot — Clark drives through the roundabout endlessly in London
  • Shot — The Griswolds cause a scene at a fancy European restaurant
  • Chug — Clark finally gets the family to their last European destination

Themed Cocktail

The Wrong Roundabout

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 oz London dry gin
  • 0.75 oz Aperol
  • 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup
  • 2 oz prosecco

Instructions:

  1. 1Shake gin, Aperol, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice.
  2. 2Strain into a rocks glass over ice.
  3. 3Top with prosecco.
  4. 4Stir gently once.

Fun Facts

  • Directed by Amy Heckerling.(Source)
  • Starring Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Dana Hill.(Source)
  • Made $49M worldwide on a $17M budget.(Source)
  • Rated 6.2/10 on TMDB (968 votes).(Source)
  • Tagline: "For over two thousand years, Europe has survived many great disasters. Now for the real test. Chevy Chase & his family are coming from America!"(Source)

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