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Foxcatcher Drinking Game + Cocktail

John du Pont's creepy generosity turns deadly — this slow-burn demands patient sips.

The Rules

  • Sip — John du Pont watches wrestling practice from the edge of the mat
  • Sip — Mark Schultz trains in silence with intense focus
  • Sip — Du Pont makes an awkward attempt at friendship with Mark
  • Sip — Dave Schultz is shown being a supportive older brother
  • Sip — Foxcatcher Farm's wealth is displayed in an uncomfortable scene
  • Drink Twice — Du Pont insists on being called 'Coach' or 'Eagle'
  • Drink Twice — Mark spirals after a loss and du Pont takes advantage
  • Drink Twice — Dave arrives at Foxcatcher and du Pont's attention shifts
  • Shot — Du Pont snorts cocaine before addressing Team Foxcatcher
  • Shot — Mark leaves Foxcatcher Farm, severing ties with du Pont
  • Chug — Du Pont shoots Dave Schultz in the driveway

Themed Cocktail

The Eagle's Nest

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz aged brandy
  • 0.5 oz Benedictine
  • 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters
  • 1 oz cold water

Instructions:

  1. 1Stir brandy, Benedictine, lemon juice, and cold water with ice.
  2. 2Strain over a large ice cube into a rocks glass.
  3. 3Add bitters on top.
  4. 4Serve in somber silence.

Fun Facts

  • Directed by Bennett Miller.(Source)
  • Starring Steve Carell, Channing Tatum, Mark Ruffalo.(Source)
  • Made $12M worldwide on a $24M budget.(Source)
  • Rated 6.7/10 on TMDB (2,449 votes).(Source)
  • Tagline: "Ambition. Power. Control."(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.