Power Hour Drinking Game
Power hour is a timed game with one simple rule. You take a sip of beer every minute for 60 minutes straight. That is the whole game.
Most people run it with a power hour playlist that changes songs every minute, so the song switch is your cue to drink.
- Players
- 1 or more
- You need
- Beer, A small glass or cup, A timer or a power hour playlist
How to Play Power Hour
Setup: Pour your beer and have a small glass ready. Cue up a power hour playlist, which is a set of songs each cut to one minute, or just set a timer to beep every 60 seconds.
Playing: Every minute, take one small sip of beer. When the song changes, or the timer goes off, everyone drinks. Then you wait for the next minute.
The finish: Keep going for all 60 minutes. It sounds easy, but a sip every minute adds up to a lot of beer over an hour, so pace your pours.
Century Club variant: For a bigger challenge, some groups play 100 minutes instead of 60. That version is called the Century Club.
Tips
- Use a light beer and small sips. Sixty minutes is longer than it sounds.
- A ready-made power hour playlist makes the timing automatic.
- Keep water nearby and know your limit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do you drink in a power hour?
One small sip of beer each minute for 60 minutes. That usually works out to roughly five to seven regular beers, so use small pours.
What is the Century Club?
The Century Club is the longer version of power hour. You take a sip of beer every minute for 100 minutes instead of 60.
Can you play power hour without alcohol?
Yes. Take a sip of any drink each minute. It becomes a fun timing challenge with a playlist, with no alcohol needed.