Who hasn’t attempted to chug their drinks in one go in this generation? Especially if you’re a competitive person, the drive to win against your opponents is strong! But among the fun and craziness we gain from drinking games, butt-chugging has caused the opposite. Stir and controversy, we’d tell you to sit down while we speak up about it, but it may make your butt itch.
Chugging alcohol with your mouth is one thing, the common one. But it’s a whole different battle when your backdoor is involved. The bliss of intoxication won’t stay forever, but potential physical complications in your rear area will.
Here’s a laydown on what butt-chugging is and how it can be detrimental to your body in the long run. Let’s establish further that you must drink responsibly, everyone!
What is Butt-Chugging?
Butt-Chugging, formally known as “Alcohol Enema”, is the act of pouring alcoholic beverages (drugs even!) into your rectum area. Since the rectum area is thin with numerous blood cells, it gives easier access to your bloodstream than consuming alcohol orally. Other terms to call butt-chugging are “boofing” and “plugging”.
This game is very common among college students, always living on the edge and eager to get whatever they want instantly. So if they want fast intoxication on a night out, into the backdoor does the alcohol come pouring in. Because who has time to wait for the alcohol to digest in your intestines, right?
One early account of butt-chugging can be dated back to the Maya civilization. Enemas that consisted of alcoholic or hallucinogenic substances were practiced as a ritual aiming for ecstasy. Using syringes made of clay and gourd, they were done in dark caves alongside lots of dancing, feasting, and music. These rituals give them further access to the underworld and get in touch with the spirit world.
How Does Butt-Chugging Work?
Aside from the broad idea of pouring alcohol down your backdoor, there are tools that make this possible. Because c’mon, our anus is small. Pouring alcohol in won’t be possible unless you want it all spilled on the floor.
1 Get into position.
To successfully get the booze running your system, your form matters. Some drinkers opt to bend their bodies forward, holding on to a wall in front of them or on the edge of a chair. That way, your rear can be “viewed” or accessed better.
But if you’re a little flexible, others would to a handstand on the wall and hold it until the deed is done. Man, you gotta get the core working strong!
2 Insert the tube + funnel combo.
As mentioned earlier, our anal hole is quite small. Tight too, if you’ve tried it the backdoor way (iykyk). So by using a funnel attached with a long tube, or a beer bong, you can easily navigate and attach it to your hole. It also gives you time to readjust your form before the actual activity begins.
3 Await for a second party to pour the alcohol.
Although it’s possible to do this solo, it’s more challenging to do since you’re already hunched or standing on your hands. Since that’s strenuous enough, it’s only right to ask someone else to down the alcohol. Either a friend or the host, communicate to them about your limitations!
4 Wait it out before resuming your previous activities.
Especially if you’re a newbie, the buzzing sensation of alcohol in your rear area can be uncomfortable. Sometimes, it can be hard to sit down. Then moments later, the thought of successfully putting something through your rectum may make you feel nasty (including the gays, it’s not an average thing to down alcohol there). So for some, physically and mentally, regain yourselves before returning to the party or chatting with your friends.
5 Try other alternatives.
Butt-chugging doesn’t need to be this contraption-heavy if you’re impatient. There have been reports of people soaking tampons in various alcohols and then sticking them up there as if they’re on their period. Yes, either a guy or girl does this kind of alternative come to play.
Another option is utilizing a medical enema kit, which is initially used to alleviate constipation and aid the affected person with their stool problems. So instead of placing medications, alcohol is its replacement as it does its job.
Why Do People Like Butt Chugging?
From the mechanics of butt-chugging discussed prior, there’s an impending curiosity about why people are so interested in it. Physically, it’s tiring already. But then again, we find enjoyment in different aspects of life. It just so happens this game screams peak thrill for others, especially when they’re out partying.
So let’s envision ourselves in the feet of an enjoyer of butt-chugging and keep scrolling down to see various reasons for their liking of the game from their perspective.
1 It’s a bonding experience with friends.
Automatically, a night out drinking and partying with your friend group is another getaway to build your friendships. You get to be as free and crazy as you want, knowing you won’t be judged. And also, when worse comes to worst, they’ll always back you up before you do anything stupid.
During those kinds of nights, playing drinking games isn’t new. Down for anything and everything, backing out on a challenge isn’t in your vocabulary. So when butt-chugging comes under the light, whether as something new or overheard in the past, it’s only soon enough before your friends plan who does who.
Then when you all get to do it, you get more excited for the entire night! Fail or not, of course.
2 There’s an extra adrenaline rush when you do it.
It’s natural that when we do something completely out of our comfort zone, we get all jittery and exhilarated. That’s because we unlocked a different part of our personality, and it’s free for us to explore and bask in. Especially when butt-chugging is not a game for the weak, your ego may inflate out of pride and accomplishment. Due to that, the choice to do it again so you can show others that you’re not a weakling nor someone to be messed with (even if you’re unprovoked).
3 It spares them the struggle of throwing up.
There’s nothing worse than having a great night, only to suddenly belch out everything on the side of the bar. Or sometimes in the car of your friend going home, when you’ve had too much to drink. Then you’ll deal with their complaints after waking up with the worst hangover ever.
But with butt-chugging, there are fewer chances of barfing because it doesn’t go through your stomach. Since the liquid is flowing through your rectum and colon instead, the alcohol will go straight to your bloodstream. So in other words, nothing will be digested and all you’ll feel is the strong intoxication from your chosen drinks.
4 Their body enjoys the stimulation of doing “butt stuff”.
Looks like the gays aren’t the only ones who are into taking it from the back. When you’re doing any penetrating action through the rear area, there are a lot of nerves that surround the anal area. Because of that, there’s that extra buzz in exchange for the initial discomfort. Plus, it’s a diversion from drinking alcohol the old-fashioned way.
5 It’s in line with their kinks (klismaphilia).
Among the numerous kinks out there, there’s a kink called klismaphilia. It’s the state of gaining sexual arousal from enemas up to your rectum and colon through your anus. So if this is a kink that tickles your intrigue, spicing it up with alcohol may be for you.
Risks of Butt Chugging
Ah, the main event! So we’ve broken down how this game works and what makes it so appealing to others. Now, why is it such a difficult act to do? Keep reading the different risk factors while partaking in this game.
1 It’s more dangerous than drinking alcohol orally.
Consuming alcohol orally allows it to pass through the stomach and liver, which digests all its enzymes and filters out any bad enzymes before flowing through the bloodstream. It also makes you more susceptible to vomiting, a defense mechanism when your body rejects toxins from the alcohol you intake. Or when you’ve had too much to drink, it’s better safe than sorry.
It can only take less than your usual drink with butt-chugging to get you intoxicated. Since it goes straight to your bloodstream without passing through your digestive tract, you’ll feel the full effects of the alcohol quickly. Because of this, it’s easy to overdo your limitations especially if the alcohol concentration.
2 You’ll be at risk for alcohol poisoning.
Reverting to the previous point, one major effect of consuming alcohol from your backdoor area is alcohol poisoning. Although drinking alcohol, in general, makes more prone to this consequence, the rectum is a vulnerable area that shouldn’t be wrecked.
Signs to look out for:
- Seizures
- Unconsciousness
- Slowed heart rate
- Irregular breathing patterns
- Mental disassociation due to intoxication
- Pale skin
There’s also been a case back in 2012, where a student from the University of Tennesee was hospitalized due to a major alcohol poisoning case from butt-chugging as an initiation from a fraternity. This sparked an investigation, and even suspending the fraternity. His blood-alcohol level was around 0.45, which was beyond average and a nearly fatal concentration level. Although the allegations in this case were denied, his medical records stated otherwise.
3 You’re more likely to do foolish things.
This is quite self-explanatory. It’s always been a given that being intoxicated unleashes a different side of you, your alter ego almost. With butt-chugging, you’ll channel this persona a lot faster and earlier. Sure, it makes funny memories, but it can make strangers feel uncomfortable and complain.
4 Sexual assault and harassment aren’t completely off the table.
Since losing consciousness is possible post-butt chugging, it can allow predators to take advantage of you. You may also be too frazzled to think cohesively, which gives them more access to you. And even if you have a company with you, you may have trouble distinguishing who’s worth your trust or not.
Here are some laws that can protect you from those predators in the worst-case scenario.
- Republic Act No. 11313: Safe Spaces Act (Bawal Bastos Law)
- Republic Act 7877: Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995
- Republic Act 8353: The Anti-Rape Law of 1997
- Republic Act 9262: Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004
5 Death is a high possibility.
With higher levels of alcohol entering your body without having an exit strategy, death isn’t out of the equation with butt-chugging. Whether it was done properly or not, our bodies are unique so what may work for someone may not be the same for another person.
There has been a case dating from the early 2000s, where a 58-year-old man named Michael Warner died due to a sherry enema given by his wife, Tammy Jean Warner. She was accused of negligent homicide, alongside being charged for burning his will, but it was dismissed due to lack of evidence. Looking through their history, Michael Warner battled alcoholism but stopped drinking orally due to his throat experiencing pain. Hence, his wife conducted the enemas on a normal basis until his death.
Frequently Asked Questions
As we listed down the relevant information about this dangerous drinking game, there are still questions that may erupt and flood your curious minds. So here are some of them, along with the answers that we’re sure you’ll need to be aware of.
1 I know the risks of butt-chugging, but I still want to try it. How can I properly try this?
First, know where you stand with your alcohol tolerance. If you’re a light drinker, then start slow. As much as possible, the alcohol offered in this game shouldn’t exceed 5% in concentration. Second, if you can’t chug a drink with your mouth, don’t go too hard with pouring alcohol into your rectum. Cut your usual drinking pace in half with this game to be extra safe. Think smart, play smart. Last, be with your friends. It would help if you had someone to back you up literally and figuratively.
2 One of my kinks is klismaphilia, and I’m into this game. Is there something wrong with me?
No, there isn’t! We have our own set of preferred kinks, which makes you unique from one another. But again, keep in mind the risks we listed above if you don’t practice it properly.
3 Will I have a hard time going to the bathroom after doing this game?
Yes. Since the anus area is thin and vascular, sitting down to do your business can irritate you. Already sticking up a tube there to drink was unsettling, but this is a whole different challenge wherein you have no idea when the stinging will end and heal.
4 I’m being peer-pressured to do butt-chugging. What should I do?
Stick to your boundaries and respectfully decline their offer due to your discomfort. Although you can’t control what they’ll say about you, you can control your composure. After all, drinking should be fun and safe. If there are challenges and games we don’t want to do, then don’t force it! It’ll make you a people pleaser, and that’s not a great persona to have.
5 I saw someone do butt-chugging for fun, but now, they’re unconscious. How can I respond to this?
Tell everyone to vacate the area, so there’s space to move the victim out. Suppose it’s an event; best to call it off so no one else ends up like the unconscious person. Call the emergency hotline of the nearest hospitals around your area.
Takeaway
Butt-Chugging may sound cool and adventurous to try, but its aftermath says otherwise. Many of the risks that come along, even after one try, can result in long-term damage to your organs. Honestly, it’s not worth the hype or popularity. Drinking games should always be done in moderation, but some games shouldn’t be played at all. Sure, even with proper supervision, it’s possible. But take it from us and save yourselves.
Unless it’s sex or going to the bathroom, close your backdoor.
