9 Drinking Games People Were Playing Centuries Ago

4. The Yard Of Ale

Where it was played: Yard glasses can still be found in pubs and bars around the world. What you may not have known is that the tradition began as early as the 17th century in England, where it was known by names such as a 'Cambridge yard'. How it was played: As with all the best drinking games, the rules are simple - drink the beer as fast as you can. The best recorded time for drinking a yard of ale, which normally contains 2.5-3 pints, is 5 seconds. For added fun, yard glasses usually have a bulb at the bottom, which sends a rush of liquid towards the drinker's face at the end.