5 Must-Try Mexican Tequilas on Cinco de Mayo

We all know about Cuervo and Durango, but Mexico has plenty of other fine liquors to get festive with.  While most people grab the closest gold tequila, this is actually the lowest quality available with absolutely no aging. Silvers are a step up since they rest for a short time to refine and smooth their flavors. The most popular varieties in Mexico are Reposados, which spend anywhere from 3 to 9 months in a wooden barrel, and the top shelf Anejo tequilas, which are allowed to age for 18 months up to 3 years. Check out our top 5 Mexican tequilas to try this Cinco de Mayo and feel free to make a kick-ass cocktail with them (if you aren’t in the shooting mood).

1800 Anejo Tequila

1800′s barrel aged tequila was a recipient of a Gold Medal in the International Review of Spirits for its smooth, yet peppery taste. This features a perfumed woody, roasted aroma with an amber color.

Corazon Tequila Reposado

Full bodied with a bright gold color, this Reposado is lightly aged for a smoother, yet strong flavor. Honeycomb, vanilla bean, and coconut all highlight the different tastes in this top quality spirit.

Cuervo Platino Reserva de la Familia Tequila

While regular Cuervo Gold might have you gagging after a single shot, the Silver Reserve blend is a far superior liquor. It is designed for sipping and enjoying on a warm spring afternoon. This one-of-a-kind silver tequila with roasted, flavorful tastes was the winner of the Platinum Medal from the International Review of Spirits

Don Celso Tequila Anejo

Another great barrel aged Mexican tequila that took home the Platinum Medal from the International Review of Spirits. It has a greenish-gold color and a strong taste consisting of piney scents, with a fruit and citrus aftertaste.

Don Fulano Reposado Tequila

This great pure, dry award-winning tequila from the heart of Mexico is a light yellow color. It’s  fruity with prunes and coconut, but robust with cinnamon and nutmeg — which leads to a big taste.

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6 Video Game Characters Who Belong In Your Frat

Elder fraternity members are always scouting the next available crop of pledges, seeking to rebuild and refresh their organization with the top recruits on campus. What if instead of a wide-eyed teenager, wandering in circles looking for his freshmen orientation that ended 30 minutes ago, you could pick from a stable of noble superheroes, mysterious villains, and cartoony pranksters? We’re talking about creating an entire frat out of iconic video game characters, building the wildest pack of party animals ever assembled! Read on to see COED’s list of six video game characters to have in your frat!

The Pres: Mario

The most famous digital Italian in video game history is one of our first pledges to join the new class, and it’s not because of his wicked ‘stache. Having someone who knows their way around the kitchen can’t hurt his chances, especially when the crew needs a carbo-loaded meal before an all-night stint at the bar. Plus, his well-known plumbing skills would certainly come in handy the next time someone clogs the toilet or breaks the handle off the kitchen faucet in a drunken stupor.

House DJs / Social Co-Chairs: Toejam and Earl

These goofy, prank-pulling, legit party animals will come right out of the television screen and into the frat house with ease, bringing a wit and spirit which is sure to lighten the mood no matter what the scenario is. With a laid-back alien attitude and superior rapping skills, the pair will be freestyling their way through competitions and fundraisers as they bring the party back to your place for some otherworldly keg stands and beer pong.

House Warden / Security: Zangief

The chiseled, burly Ruskie hailing from the Street Fighter series is your enforcer in the frat, towering over everyone else in the room by at least half of a foot. With his wrestling skills, you’ll be set for chucking out any unwanted guests at parties, and you can forget about anyone trying to steal the letters off the front of the frat house. Plus, nothing strikes fear into fresh pledges like a seven-foot-tall shirtless Russian wrestler with a mohawk.

Vice Pres: Fox McCloud

Not only is this swift, brainy character a world-class pilot, but he owns his own space fighter! Saying his sleek, lightning-fast Arwing is just a smidge cooler than your mom’s old Ford Taurus station wagon is probably the understatement of the year. And if you guys aren’t picking up sorority girls and jetting off to the nearest tropical island within an hour of his arrival, we don’t know what else to say.

Pledge Educator: Pac-Man

Every fraternity needs a literal human (well, maybe not human in this case) garbage disposal, right? Surviving by devouring everything in sight, Pac-Man would be the MVP of your drinking team, slaying opponents in case races, flip cup and “Kill the Keg” competitions. The only problem might be keeping this guy fed, but fortunately Mario will be on hand to serve up a few trays of lasagna to ensure he’s not going hungry.

Treasurer: Kirby

With all the superheroes, drunkards and wild behavior around, you’ll need at least one guy to be a little more on the quiet, polite, and cute side of things. Let’s also not forget his ability to fly, inhale and consume nearly anything – making him a great one-two knockout punch to backup Pac-Man during the next frat house beer olympics.

Rush Chair: Conker the Squirrel

Notorious for his crude and controversial behavior, the not-so-cuddly cartoon squirrel will be far more comfortable in the frat house than he will with the rest of the cute woodland critters. Known for his propensity to blow money on booze, parties and hookers, Conker will keep the night going even after many of your friends have already passed out with a Sharpie mustache on their face, courtesy of the fraternity’s newest member.

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7 Tasty Snacks Fit For A Drunk

It’s been a long day, and an even longer night – filled with frosty pints of beer and dizzying shots of booze; only interrupted by the less-than-intelligent conversation with the nearest co-ed at the bar. On that hazy and winding stroll home, your group of drinking buddies begins to realize that recognizable feeling of the “drunken munchies,” stricken with the desire to eat nearly anything and everything in sight. Whether you’re passing through the glorious fast food district, digging through a pile of take-out menus, or ransacking the fridge, there’s bound to be something which appeals to your inebriated appetite! Hit the jump to see COED’s list of 7 tasty snacks fit for a drunk!

1) Pizza

Quite possibly one of the best and most popular choices of all time, this Italian treat will have your mouth watering before you even pick up the phone to order. We’re not sure if it’s the combination of freshly baked dough, cheese and sauce, or the booze-induced hunger which could have you eating a can of sardines before bed, but you can’t miss with a fresh slice (or three) of pizza.

2) Cheese Steak

If there’s one thing worth standing in line for after a night of bar hopping, it’s a fat, juicy cheese steak – piled high with all the fixings: juicy beef hot off the grill, melted cheese, onions, peppers and toppings galore piled into a fresh roll. This will be an absolute explosion on your taste buds!

3) French Fries

One of the more basic pieces of the midnight munchies food group, fries are the easiest and quickest bite to grab, especially in the wee hours of the morning. Topped with cheese, chili, or other delicious extras, fries can be as amazing or as plain as you like. Hit up a fast food spot, stop in at the diner, or grab some from a street vendor and quell that rumbling in your stomach.

4) Nachos

Ideal for sharing with your group of groggy drinking buddies, a plate piled high with tortilla chips and cheese is just the foundation for this late night snack. Topped off with jalapeños, beans, chili, chicken, salsa, peppers, olives and almost anything else you can think of, nachos are perfect for when you want everything at once.

5) Ice Cream

Perhaps your drunken taste buds are calling for something a little sweeter than burritos and burgers? If the ice cream parlor is still open, then you’ll literally be acting like a kid in a candy shop, but the late night convenience store can also help to feed your fix and have you sleeping like a baby in no time. From Klondike Bars to Chipwiches, there’s plenty to choose from! So take your time, the store’s open all-night, anyway.

6) Ramen

Not only will this fit into you’re anemically small college budget, but it cooks in a matter of minutes – leaving you little time to pass out before the food’s ready. The meat flavored salty broth will warm your insides while you slurp up those noodles which seem tailor made for a 2 a.m. drunken meal. Just try to not to burn yourself by diving in too early!

7) Burritos

Filling, tasty, and relatively inexpensive, the late night burrito is easy to find and even easier to devour in your sloshed state. Even if you missed the last call at Taco Bell, don’t be afraid to grab the frozen variety (even though they leave much to be desired when compared to their Taco Bell brethren). Just toss it in the microwave and chow down on the swirling combination of psuedo-meat, beans and cheese before you finally turn out the lights.

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7 Classic Video Game Character Battles [WHO YA GOT?]

Ever since the original Nintendo Entertainment System made its U.S. debut in 1985, video game heroes have led people through cinematic sagas, breathtaking adventures and suspenseful action. As we rubbed our fingers raw on the (occasionally) indestructible controllers, icons such as Mario, Sonic, Ryu, and Donkey Kong became indelible symbols in our minds for years to come. While we’ve become used to seeing the protagonists lead us towards victory, what happens when these unique worlds collide? And , more importantly, which of these worlds has the mightier hero? That’s why COED’s team of video game experts and data analysts have been working around the clock to predict who would come out on top in our list of 7 crossover battles between video game icons!

VOTE FOR WHO YOU THINK WILL WIN!

Mario vs. Sonic

Two of the most recognizable characters in video game history would make for an ideal match-up, testing their speed and strength in a brightly colored world of loops and obstacles. While Mario is equipped with a closet full of powerful suits, Sonic’s insane speed and ability to roll through a level in mere seconds might be a bit too hot for the overall-wearing plumber to handle. Perhaps the world-famous Italian might be able to stun the hedgehog with a well-timed jump, but it seems like Sonic would be running circles around him within the blink of an eye.

MY PICK: Sonic

Marcus Fenix (Gears of War) vs. Master Chief (Halo)

The Gears Of War and Halo franchises certainly have no shortage of tough as nails, armed to the teeth heroes who blast and smash their way through any and every obstacle. Master Chief can leap through the air while dropping grenades and showering enemies with bullets, but Marcus’ sheer brute force and heavy-duty weaponry would pose a formidable challenge. Halo’s hero would be tough to pin down, but if he comes within five feet of Marcus’ Lancer and Chainsaw Bayonet, he’s toast.

MY PICK: Marcus Fenix

John Marston (Red Dead Redemption) vs. Altair (Assassin’s Creed)

Both of these epic adventure heroes showcased their talents, intelligence and resourcefulness throughout Red Dead Redemption and Assassin’s Creed. Marston boasts an arsenal of firearms, while Altair can either quietly exterminate the enemy or battle an entire throng of soldiers in the busy streets of Italy. The ancient assassin is sneaky and quick, but even the mightiest sword won’t stand up too well in the face of Marston’s sawed off shotgun.

MY PICK: John Marston

Crash Bandicoot vs. Donkey Kong

Each of these nimble mammals have spent most of their time cartwheeling and spinning through enemies with a heaping serving of cartoonish fun and wit. The Australian ‘coot can move with the best of them, but it wouldn’t be long before the burly gorilla grabs his scrawny neck and smashes him right into ground.

MY PICK: Donkey Kong

Scorpion (Mortal Kombat) vs. Ryu (Street Fighter)

These two dominated the field in their respective fist-smashing titles, pummeling the opposition in a hail of spin kicks and uppercuts. While Scorpion impaled enemies with his trademark spear, Ryu’s arsenal of hadoukens, hurricane kicks, and dragon punches left nearly all contenders unconscious and seeing stars. It won’t be easy, but we expect Scorpion to eventually hit the blood spattered mat after an epic brawl.

MY PICK: Ryu

Frank West (Dead Rising) vs. Francis (Left 4 Dead)

Slaying zombies became a full-time gig for both of these survivors in Left 4 Dead and Dead Rising, although Francis wasn’t exactly strolling through the mall like journalist Frank West was. Each had their hands drenched in zombie blood, but West’s baseball bat won’t last more than a few minutes against Francis’ Uzi and assault rifle.

MY PICK: Francis

Space Marine (Doom) vs. Duke Nukem

Two of the original computer and console shooters collide for an epic match-up of shotguns, explosives and machine guns! While Duke was busy spouting one-liners and witty commentary, the iconic Doom space marine  was a silent, stone cold killer, blasting his way through the hordes of demonic enemies. Nukem wouldn’t fall without a fight, but we’re not giving anyone the edge over one of the best warriors in video game history.

MY PICK: Doom Space Marine

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7 St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast Beers Sure To Open Your Irish Eyes

The parades are scheduled, everyone’s decked out in green, and from coast to coast we’re all preparing to celebrate the annual Irish holiday, St. Patrick’s Day. As hoards of people flock out to their annual events, the beer begins to flow earlier than usual, with some bars starting to serve at hours usually reserved for a warm cup of coffee or a brisk morning jog. As you stare bleary eyed at the liquor store shelves, keep your eyes peeled for one of these ideal morning brews which will awaken your taste buds and get the morning started in style.

Founders Breakfast Stout

Feel free to eat a light breakfast with this one, as Founders delivers a delicious “double chocolate coffee oatmeal stout” which packs a punch at 8.3% alcohol. Perhaps the highest rated and most popular breakfast stout, this will have St. Patty’s Day partiers perked up in no time.

Terrapin Wake-n-Bake Coffee Oatmeal Imperial Stout

Brewed with coffee from one of the brewery’s local shops, Wake-n-Bake isn’t just the best named stout, but a tremendously tasty beer. Full bodied, a bit sweet, and plenty of coffee bean flavor swirled with a potent 8.1% alcohol will ensure your morning buzz is a bit stronger than the typical cup of joe.

Stone Smoked Porter

How about a little beer to go with your bacon and eggs in the morning? Stone Brewing Company’s Smoked Porter contains a deliciously smoky character which just screams breakfast. We’re not saying this is bacon beer, but anyone willing to give this one a try will see exactly what we’re talking about.

Allagash White

Definitely on the lighter side of things, Allagash’s flagship wheat beer is flavorful and drinkable while providing some excellent morning refreshment. Fruit character and a touch of spice make this an excellent beer alternative to mimosas, especially if champagne isn’t your cup of tea.

Samuel Smith’s Oatmeal Stout

Some people will be having oatmeal, while others enjoy the more exciting liquid version. This famous English beer has been delighting people’s taste buds for decades with oats, roasted malt, and chocolate while providing just enough nourishment to kick off the St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans.

Troegs Java Head Stout

A whirlwind mix of roasted espresso and coffee beans gives this beer its enticing name, as well as its incredible flavor. This is yet another stout to supplement your morning pancakes with, while it warms your insides with its cocoa laced coffee taste and solid 7.5% alcohol.

Ommegang Witte

An American take on the classic Belgian wit, this is a light, refreshing, citrusy beer that’ll invigorate your groggy senses while going down smooth and easy. Spiced with orange peel and coriander, this is one way to get a dash of fruit in with your a.m. beverage before the parades and parties have you all Irished out.

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Super Bowl of Beers: Wisconsin vs. Pennsylvania

The Super Bowl is nearly upon us, and with that comes the swarm of house parties and crowded bars filled with throngs of people ready to celebrate one of the most popular occasions in sports. Whether you’re a complete football fanatic or can only identify teams by what color their jersey is, you’re almost guaranteed to be drinking and eating your Super Bowl Sunday away. While the nation celebrates from coast to coast with their beverage of choice, here are some breweries representing the home states of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers. Make sure to vote in our poll at the bottom of this post.

New Glarus Brewing Company

Possibly Wisconsin’s most popular and well known craft brewery, these guys have been churning out some award-winning beers for years. Producing everything from sour wild ales and fruit beers to hopped up IPAs and super drinkable pale ales, this jack-of-all-trades brewery has a little something for everyone.

EDITOR’S CHOICE FOR THE GAME: CABIN FEVER HONEY BOCK

Miller Brewing Company

Whether you like them or not, it’s impossible to ignore this Milwaukee powerhouse, especially since they’ll most likely be running some sort of wacky commercial during every other commercial break. Don’t forget; if the typical light lager doesn’t get your pigskin pulse jumping, they also produce everyone’s favorite malt liquor, Olde English 800.

EDITOR’S CHOICE FOR THE GAME: 1 SPARKS THEN BLUE MOON WINTER SAMPLER

Pabst Brewing Company

The original brewery was founded in 1844 as The Empire Brewery, later Best and Company and was located on Chestnut Street Hill in Milwaukee. The company is renowned in Milwaukee for its brewery tours at the end of which visitors were rewarded with bottomless glasses of beer. The pub was popular with both tourists and locals, especially students from nearby Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. Nowadays, it’s attained cult status as the beer of choice in dive bars. People love it so much, they’ve gone as far as getting tattoos to pay tribute. Known for being in a can, Pabst was the first brewer to offer beer in a bottle.

EDITOR’S CHOICE FOR THE GAME: CAN’T GO WRONG WITH A PBR

Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company

Definitely on the lighter side of the beer spectrum, Cippewa Falls, Wisconsin’s longstanding brewery features a line of drinkable and flavorful brews. Look for their Fireside Nut Brown, Sunset Wheat, or Red Lager year round at liquor stores from coast to coast.

EDITOR’S CHOICE FOR THE GAME: 1888 BOCK

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL LIST OF BREWERIES IN WISCONSIN

Yuengling Brewery

Touted as America’s oldest brewery, Yuengling has been pumping out highly drinkable and affordable beer for over 175 years. While it’s definitely not a high torque craft beer, you can’t go wrong with something as smooth and easy to find as an ice cold bottle of Yuengling Lager.

EDITOR’S CHOICE FOR THE GAME: YUENGLING BLACK & TAN

Iron City Brewing Company

Now a historic landmark for beer in the Steel City, this brewery was started back in 1861 as one of the first American companies to create lagers. Their flagship Iron City Beer has been a staple for decades, although don’t expect any exotic flavors when you crack open a can on Super Bowl Sunday.

EDITOR’S CHOICE FOR THE GAME: AUGUSTINER (Tagline is “Get some A!”)

Tröegs Brewing Company

Possibly the best brewery in the state, the Trogner brothers continue to surprise beer drinkers with their excellent year round and seasonal releases. Hopback Amber, Dreamweaver Wheat, Nugget Nectar, and their Double Bock are just some of the delicious treats Pennsylvanians will be stocking up on for the big game.

EDITOR’S CHOICE FOR THE GAME: TROEGS NUGGET NECTAR

Victory Brewing Company

You name it, Victory’s got it. The constantly growing and acclaimed brewery creates Belgian, English, and American styles while staying on top of their beer game from year to year. Storm King Stout, Hop Wallop, Prima Pils, and Baltic Thunder are all sure fire brews to get your Super Bowl celebration started.

EDITOR’S CHOICE FOR THE GAME: YAKIMA GLORY

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COED’s Last Minute New Year’s Eve Concert Guide

Looking for something more exciting than a keg of Pabst Blue Ribbon or spending $150 at a bar where all the well drinks are obviously watered down? From New York to California, major artists are lining up special appearances at iconic venues to help everyone ring in 2011 with a bang, sure to leave everyone bleary eyed and tired when the tunes and booze finally stop flowing in the early a.m. hours. Check out some of these explosive shows if you’re in the area, especially if you’re somehow able to score tickets.

The Roots @ Brooklyn Bowl, New York City

Usher with Trey Songz @ AmericanAirlines Arena, Miami

Better Then Ezra @ House of Blues New Orleans

The Flaming Lips @ Cox Convention Center Arena, Oklahoma City

Lynrd Skynrd @ The MGM Grand, Mashantucket, CT

NOFX @ The Wiltern, Los Angeles

Pitbull @ House of Blues, Las Vegas

Ludacris @ Vanity Nightclub in the Hard Rock Hotel, Las Vegas

Crystal Castles @ Boulder Theatre

Japandroids @ Schubas Tavern, Chicago

Future Rock @ Kinetic Playground, Chicago

Badfish (A Tribute To Sublime) @ Bourbon Street Ballroom, Baltimore

Trina @ The Crown Theater and Nightclub

Eddie Money @ the Bears Den, Niagara Falls, NY

Frontiers (A Tribute to Journey) @ House of Blues, Cleveland

David Banner @ Fire, Jackson, MS

Butthole Surfers @ Music Hall of Williamsburg, New York City

The Disco Biscuits @ Tower Theatre, Upper Darby, PA

Smoking Popes @ Reggie’s Rock Club, Chicago

Bassnectar @ The Tabernacle, Atlanta

Yacht Rock at Park Tavern, Atlanta

Zac Brown Band @ Philips Arena, Atlanta

We Are Scientists @ Mercury Lounge, New York City

Drive By Truckers @ Terminal 5, New York City

The Hold Steady @ Riverside Theater, Milawaukee, WI

Tiesto @ Fontainebleu Miami Beach, Miami

Nicki Minaj @ Mansion, Miami

Gov’t Mule @ The Beacon Theatre, New York City

Primus @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Chuck Berry @ B.B. King Blues Club, New York City

Dead Kennedys @ State Theatre, St. Petersburg

Rebelution @ House of Blues, Anaheim

The Pharcyde @ Key Club, West Hollywood, CA

A Flock of Seagulls @ The Canyon, Agoura Hills, CA

Steel Panther @ House of Blues, West Hollywood, CA

Chris Isaak at the Fillmore, San Francisco

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5 Holiday Beers Yule Love!

Though the “holiday season” ranks lower than St. Patty’s Day and Cinco de Mayo in terms of top drinking holidays, we at COED tend to think it’s the longest lasting drinking holiday. While others get 24 hours to flex their beer muscles, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Festivus collectively occupy a month’s worth of partying. After that first week, you’ll get tired of the same old sh*t. So, why not snatch up some of these delectable holiday brews?

Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale

Widely available, decently priced, and a clear cut staple during the holiday season, Celebration Ale has helped people through the holidays for decades. A fresh hopped India Pale Ale with bold flavor and bitter pine hoppiness, this is something to keep in the fridge for the next couple months.

Troegs Mad Elf

A ruby red strong ale from one of Pennsylvania’s best breweries, Mad Elf is a heavy duty beer weighing in at 11% alcohol. This is brewed with fresh honey and cherries, along with spicy Belgian yeast, giving the beer a warm flavor which is near-perfect for the season.

Delirium Noel

The Delirium Café is quite possibly the most famous beer bar in the world, and the parent brewery’s winter seasonal, Noel, is almost as popular. A classic Belgian strong dark ale, there’s plenty of dark fruit flavor and thick malt to keep the taste solid and your insides warm.

Anchor Christmas Ale

As the San Francisco brewery’s holiday gift to beer fans, Christmas Ale is now in its 36th year of production, making it one of the longest lasting domestic winter beers in the country. Available in six packs as well as huge magnum bottles, this beer features plenty of spice and flavor.

N’Ice Chouffe

Another stellar Belgian ale which embodies the holiday spirit with caramel, raisins, dates, and sweetness in the flavors. This is another beefy, dark, strong beer at 10% alcohol and available in large 750mL bottles, making it a perfect choice to split with someone while sitting in front of the fireplace.

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For most of the population, showing up completely blitzed to work or school is usually completely out of the question. However, for some celebrities appearing on national television in a state even Charlie Sheen or Lindsay Lohan would find comical is still part of the everyday playbook. Whether they’re personally out of control, or just couldn’t care less, interviews with these celebrities under the influence is some of the better guilty pleasure entertainment out there.

Harrison Ford

One of the most recognizable faces in American film history was clearly not at his sharpest during a recent taping of the Conan O’Brien show. Ford was completely spaced out, mumbling one word responses to questions, and didn’t stop rubbing things for almost ten minutes.

Danny DeVito

After admitting to staying out all night drinking with George Clooney, Devito quickly went right of the rails during this interview on The View. Among the highlights is his reference to former President Bush as “numbnuts.”

Dennis Rodman

In a radio interview on 790AM in Miami, the former Chicago Bulls star delivered a wild performance on the airwaves which was quickly cut short due to an obvious sexual encounter taking place during the phone call. It’s been a while since anyone heard anything from Rodman, enjoy.

Ben Affleck

Wow, really? The often mild mannered Affleck is all over the host, suggesting she take her top off for the interview and sounding like he’s well into a multiple day bender.

Steve O

This one can’t miss…or can it? The Jackass star threatens to kill the host and throws the segment off so bad that host Adam Carolla is forced to break to commercial and contact security.

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The NFL’s Wildest Fans

Football fans are among the most passionate and inspired sports enthusiasts in the country. From Oakland to Buffalo, throngs of people load up their cars with tailgating equipment, pull out jerseys, paint their faces, hang banners, and travel out to the game on Sunday mornings. Loud, wild, inspired chants, heckling of opposing players, and downright ravenous behavior is all part of the overall package, but the alcohol fueled fever boils over in some cities more than others with an all too common frequency. If you’re wasted enough to tackle an 8-year-old in a parking lot in front of his parents after a heartbreaking loss like a Cleveland Browns fan did on November 14, your city sounds perfect for this.

Philadelphia Eagles – From the fabled booing of Santa Claus to throwing snowballs and batteries in the stands, Philadelphia fans are among the craziest, yet supportive groups in the country. Municipal Court judges have been assigned to their stadiums to deal with unruly fans, beer sales were banned after snowball throwing incidents, and just about every other form of lewd behavior has gone down during an Eagles game at some point in their storied history of hijinks.

Cleveland Browns – The infamous Dawg Pound is one of the more formidable sections in stadiums around the country, filled with some of the most loyal, yet rowdy fans in the NFL. Most recently, a drunken fanatic tackled an 8-year-old Jets fan to the ground after a bitter defeat to their AFC rivals, sparking more controversy for the already embattled franchise. Let’s not forget the incident where attendees showered the field in empty beer bottles after a poor call by an official, which sparked the enforcement of open container rules during tailgating years ago.

Oakland Raiders – A ferocious pack of supporters packs the Coliseum’s feverish section known as The Black Hole for each Sunday contest, decked out in face paint, costumes, and masks. The Raider Nation might be a loyal herd of fans, but their behavior has been the subject of documentary films, as well as a target of state police and politicians. By far taking the cake was the 2000 incident where a San Diego Chargers fan was stabbed, but not far behind was a 2003 riot after the Raiders lost in the Super Bowl. While most of the Southern and Western organizations are considered to have tamer fan bases than the Northeast, Oakland remains the one true exception throughout the NFL.

New York Jets – Where exactly should we begin with this one? The infamous Gate D, which once stood for “drunk and disgusting,” attracted the attention of state police and senators, after fans chanted “show your tits!” at women walking by and hurling plastic beer bottles when the goods weren’t delivered. For the final game held in Giants Stadium, alcohol was banned from the stadium after a flurry of arrests and ejections for indecent exposure, intoxication, and violence, including concern for further incidents during the game. Finally, there was the lawsuit in 2009 which alleged Jets fans assaulted a female Patriots fan, threw her over a row of seats, and poured beer on the victim’s child for wearing a New England jersey.

Buffalo Bills – While it might sound like a calm, sleepy town in comparison to Boston or New York, the Buffalo faithful are still among the more disorderly populations in football. For over a decade, Monday night games were banned due to behavior, and after the league allowed one for the first time in 13 years, nearly 60 people were arrested, over 100 were thrown out, and over 40 were turned away at the gate for appearing visibly plastered.  Add in reports of boozed-up attendees throwing objects at the luxury suites and pouring beer onto opposing fans, and you’ve created a hotbed for craziness.

Red Dead Redemption Undead Nightmare

You’ve already spent days, weeks, and possibly months playing through the various missions, side quests, and challenges which packed Rockstar Games’ Red Dead Redemption. The worst part is; you’re still thirsty for more. Thankfully, the ever popular game developers are delivering in spades with one of the hottest and most content filled downloadable expansion packs in recent memory, Undead Nightmare. Combining the stellar gameplay and addictive stories of the original with a cheeky, bloody, zombie loaded twist, this will have gamers around the world coming back for more.

Everyone’s favorite outlaw John Marston is back in action for Undead Nightmare, as he attempts to unravel the murky plot behind seemingly innocent townsfolk turning into bloodthirsty cannibals. Smacking of influences from contemporary zombie gaming classics such as Left for Dead, Marston is pitted against hordes of undead foes, and tasked with saving towns across New Austin and Mexico from this new menace. Taking the serious plotline from the original and warping the landscape and dialogue into something out of a sinfully enjoyable 80’s B horror flick, Undead Nightmare takes the title to new heights of fun, guts, and gore.

With a completely new storyline, different challenges, strangers to rescue, towns to clear, undead horses to tame, and much more, the extended playability is through the roof. Expect some tough roads ahead in the upgrade, as Marston will be ridiculously outnumbered once again, only this time against enemies who would rather eat his brains rather than rob or shoot him. Even the music, backgrounds, and graphics were tweaked to enhance the Halloween-ish and spooky environment, which brims with hair raising tension and nerve wracking anticipation.

New multiplayer scenarios are also included for XBox Live fanatics, including Undead Overrun, which is strikingly similar to Gears of War’s horde mode. The icing on the cake from Rockstar is the crazy cheap price tag of $9.99, which should have gamers logging on before finishing this paragraph. Put down the 64th installment in the Mortal Kombat series, save yourself $50, and download this one today.

Adult Chocolate Milk Takes us Back to the Playground

If you think Four Loko, Sparks, and Joose are marketed towards people under the age of 21, you haven’t seen everything yet. Yes, the curiously dubbed Adult Beverage Company is unleashing a brand new line of sweet, adolescent-esque drinks, beginning with their inaugural Adult Chocolate Milk. Claiming to “have the tastes that instantly bring you back to your innocence,” this brand new liqueur is the latest in sweet, alcoholic treats.

Featuring a website with dancing cherub-like angels, packaging which looks like a vintage milk bottle, a creamy, chocolately taste, and 20% alcohol, Adult Chocolate Milk is prepared to pack a wallop. Their upcoming flavors are even more capable of taking people back to their days on the playground or in the cafeteria, including orange cream, fruit punch, and limeade. No, these aren’t juice box flavors, but rather boozy liquor beverages which seem to blur the lines between a people who might carry a backpack instead of a briefcase.

While Adult Beverage Company’s sugary concoctions are only currently available in Arizona, California, and Minnesota, look for further expansion in the future. These might be an ideal “escape from adulthood” after a stressful day of answering phones or sitting in meetings, but hopefully this is one adult beverage which stays out of the hands of teenagers.

Four Loko Banned on Campus

Four Loko, Eight Loko, Twelve Loko? The popular boozy energy drink is attracting more than its fair share of headlines in the news lately, especially among college students who have access to these 12% alcohol bombs. Infused with caffeine, taurine, and guarana, Four Loko is garnering nicknames such as “liquid cocaine” or “blackout in a can,” which prompted a string of negative stories from local news stations to CBS.

Ramapo College of New Jersey in Mahwah recently banned the substance on campus after almost two dozen students were hospitalized with alcohol poisoning right after the fall semester began. The Loko has also found its way into high schools throughout the local area, with a number of teenagers found drunk off the controversial product. Authorities on campuses around the country are calling for the product to be banned as coverage continues to increase, but Ramapo is one of the first colleges to essentially outlaw Four Loko. Central Washington University might be next, after a particularly wild party spun out of control, leaving nine students hospitalized, and even more passed out or unconscious.

Packaged in 23.5 ounce cans and available in fruity, sweet flavors such as fruit punch, blue raspberry, and cranberry lemonade, Four Loko appears to be the latest over-the-top beverage for college students. While past caffeinated malt beverages like Joose, Tilt, and Sparks created some controversy, nothing seems to compare to the whirlwind surrounding the recent incidents linked to Four Loko, including assault, rape, and alcohol poisoning. College parties are supposed to be wild, loud, and high energy, but this is one alcoholic fuel which might not be on the shelves much longer.

5 Worst Beer Commercials Of The Past 5 Years

There’s something to be said about catchy, pithy, and humorous ads, especially when it comes to beer commercials you see during sporting events and prime time television. Sure, not every :30 spot will be as hilarious as some of our favorite Super Bowl ads, but some of these companies do little more than a big ol’ “swing and a miss” with their annoying, bland, and boring marketing attempts. I mean, they’re about as funny as watching George Lopez sober. Here are some of our least favorites from some of the most popular beer companies in the country:

Miller Lite’s “Love”

Great, another exercise in poking fun at guys’ inability to make commitments and express themselves. Minus 100 for originality, Miller Lite.

Miller Lite’s eHarmony Spoof

Sweet move on picking your piss water beer over your girlfriend, genius. Actions like this will keep you a virgin for the next decade.

Coors Light’s “Vent”

Wow, a small air pocket in the lid of a Coors Light can, no way?! Give us a break; not only is this unfunny, but it’s one of the lamest packaging gimmicks ever.

Bud Light’s “Auto Tune with T-Pain”

If this doesn’t turn you off to a particular product, then nothing will. For a company who typically uses their product to show “manliness,” it’s a little strange to depict a bunch of dudes singing in auto tune and bouncing around like yoga instructors.

Red Stripe’s “Creepy Foot Doctor”

Creepy? Weird? Gross? Yikes, this one pretty much speaks for itself.