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Saturday Night Live Drinking Game + Cocktail

Live from New York — sip every time the sketch derails.

The Rules

  • Sip — A cast member breaks character and laughs on camera
  • Sip — The Weekend Update anchor makes a topical punchline
  • Sip — A recurring character appears in a new sketch
  • Sip — The host does an awkward monologue with cue cards visible
  • Sip — A celebrity impersonation is attempted
  • Drink Twice — A sketch goes on way too long and loses the audience
  • Drink Twice — The musical guest performs their second song
  • Drink Twice — A political cold open parodies the week's news
  • Shot — Someone says 'Live from New York, it's Saturday Night!'
  • Shot — A sketch becomes an instant iconic moment
  • Chug — The full cast waves goodbye during the closing credits

Themed Cocktail

Studio 8H

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 0.75 oz Amaretto
  • 0.5 oz lemon juice
  • 0.25 oz simple syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Instructions:

  1. 1Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
  2. 2Shake and strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
  3. 3Let the amber color glow.
  4. 4Serve late at night for full effect.
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Fun Facts

  • Created by Dick Ebersol, Lorne Michaels.(Source)
  • Starring Michael Che, Mikey Day, Andrew Dismukes.(Source)
  • Network: NBC.(Source)
  • 51 seasons, 1001 episodes.(Source)
  • Rated 7.0/10 on TMDB (482 votes).(Source)

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Disclaimer: Drink responsibly. This is intended for adults of legal drinking age. Never drink and drive. Always know your limits and drink in moderation.