Alcohol + Chess = Bad or Good Idea?

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IssacRice23

Chess demands a clear mind and sharp focus, which are the first casualties when you start sipping on the spirits.

Stockfishdot1

alcohol is the cause, and solution, to all the world's problems.

Alabama-Ray

I had many a fun game of chess in the Philippines while indulging in some San Miguel Beer.

C0stle
gabbie_likes_wdy

no

MrBurger

obviously bad

shaxmat-18
stereomadness123

you

GameDiveClimb

I hope good as just sunk several pints of the black stuff in the pub watching the 6N rugby and now in the mood to have a few games.

Will stick to unrated games tonight lol

Thechessblitzer

Drunk magnus is insane tho

RioM2

There is a tournament 4 times a year in a nearby pub where points are added to points for alcohol purchased.

Stonewall_Defence

Good idea for social chess. I find I'm more willing to take risks. But definitely bad for more serious games or study.

Chellours

Bas idea