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Meet Joe Black Drinking Game + Cocktail

Pour something elegant for Death himself — he's staying for the weekend.

The Rules

  • Sip — whenever Joe Black tastes something for the first time and reacts with pure wonder
  • Sip — whenever William Parrish tries to negotiate or reason with Death directly
  • Sip — whenever Joe Black says something deeply literal that confuses every human around him
  • Sip — whenever Susan falls deeper into attraction without knowing Joe's true identity
  • Sip — whenever the peanut butter scene is referenced or recreated in any form
  • Drink Twice — whenever Drew schemes to take over Parrish Communications behind Bill's back
  • Drink Twice — whenever Joe Black uses his authority as Death to influence an outcome
  • Drink Twice — whenever Allison and Quince provide comedic relief to the heavy mood
  • Shot — whenever Joe Black reveals his true nature to a character other than Parrish
  • Shot — whenever the opening highway accident is shown or directly referenced
  • Chug — whenever William Parrish gives his 'love is passion' speech at the party

Themed Cocktail

The Peanut Butter Pact

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 0.75 oz peanut orgeat
  • 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 oz honey syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 large ice sphere

Instructions:

  1. 1Combine bourbon, peanut orgeat, lemon juice, and honey syrup in a shaker with ice.
  2. 2Shake vigorously for 12 seconds.
  3. 3Double-strain over a large ice sphere in a rocks glass.
  4. 4Add Angostura bitters on top.
  5. 5Let sit 30 seconds before serving.

Fun Facts

  • Directed by Martin Brest.(Source)
  • Starring Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, Claire Forlani.(Source)
  • Made $143M worldwide on a $90M budget.(Source)
  • Rated 7.4/10 on TMDB (5,653 votes).(Source)
  • Tagline: "Sooner or later everyone does."(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.