Flip Cup
The American relay: drink your cup, flip it, next player goes. Fastest team wins.
Also known as: Tip Cup · Taps
How do you play Flip Cup?
Two teams stand opposite each other along a long table. Everyone has a cup with a little drink in it.
On “go”, the first player of each team drinks their cup, places it upside down at the table’s edge and flicks it so it lands mouth down. Only then may the next player start.
The team whose last player finishes first wins.
Agree on drinks and amounts before you start. The game works just as well without alcohol.
What you need for Flip Cup
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Party cups
The classic red cups for Beer Pong and Flip Cup.
Our pick: Hefty Party On Red Plastic Cups, 18 oz, 50 count
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Beer pong table · optional
Foldable and full length – for parties with space.
Our pick: GoPong 8 ft Portable Folding Beer Pong / Tailgate Table
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Flip Cup: FAQ
How many players do you need for Flip Cup?
Flip Cup is played with 6+ players.
What do you need for Flip Cup?
For Flip Cup you need: Party cups, plus drinks of your choice.
How hard are the rules of Flip Cup?
Rule difficulty: Easy. The instructions above are all you need to start.
Can you play Flip Cup without alcohol?
Yes. Flip Cup works just as well with water, soft drinks or alcohol-free beer. Agree on drinks and amounts before you start.