Why cant i drink shots in one gulp?

Question

I drink every once in a while. and now that im in college i feel like i will be drinking a lot more. When it comes to shots..i just cant do them and im not sure why. I cant gulp it in one sip, it takes me like 3 sips to down a single shot. Im not sure why, and when im at parties and stuff, it can be kinda embarrassing. I can drink beer, and i can drink hard stuff, but not in shot form. How can i do better? any suggestions?

Answer 1

I never saw the point in gulping down shots.  Good booze is made to be sipped and enjoyed.

Answer 2

u can't handle a man drink i can out drink u.

Answer 3

Do not get intimidated.  That is rule numero uno!

The idea is the throw your head back at the same time as the shot.  You want it to hit the back of your throat and avoid the tongue.  That is my little secret.  It works wonders.

I am known for being the faster whisky shooter around.  I have been in tons of competitions at irish bars and stuff.  I have never been beaten.  I am only 4 '10 and 108lbs everyone is shocked when they see how fast I can down it.

Answer 4

practice with water and then try tonic water since most alcoholic drinks have water and tonic water in them. once you got it down you should be fine with straight shots.

Answer 5

You have to take a deep breath, exhale, and then tilt your head back some as you consume the shot and pour. Personally, I see no embarassment in sipping your shot. Really, it's a small thing, and even if you do get chided, awww who cares. I don't think that this is something that many people will remember and snicker about you behind your back. You have your grades to worry about, and finances, and washing your clothes, etc..