Most people drink too fast in the first 30 minutes
The classic mistake happens in the first bar. People arrive excited, sometimes a little nervous, and use alcohol as a social shortcut. They finish two or three drinks too quickly and damage the rest of the night before the second venue even begins.
Eat first, skip heavy pre-drinking and start calmly
A real meal before 21:00 makes a huge difference. We normally recommend carbohydrates and protein such as pasta, rice, pizza or a burger. Arriving already drunk from pre-drinking is one of the worst ways to begin: you lose energy early and may even be refused entry later in the night.
Follow the 1-for-1 rule and listen to your own body
The best strategy is simple: for each alcoholic drink, have a large glass of water soon after. Use the short walks between bars to reset, breathe fresh air and slow down. Never try to copy the pace of the loudest people in the group, because everyone has a different tolerance, body size and habit.
Know when to switch to water and save energy for the club
Blurred focus, stumbling, dropping your glass or losing track of conversations are clear warning signs. At that point, switch to water or a soft drink immediately. Guests who avoid mixing too many different alcohols and keep some energy in reserve are usually the ones still smiling, dancing and making friends when the group reaches the club.