I don't normally do this, but when I club in places like NYC I find it to be a necessity. Seriously, going from zero to buzzed in a New York club lightens my wallet by $2-300 easily. NYC clubs are notorious pigs when it comes to alcohol sales, doing everything from charging $20 per shot in Manhattan to short shots and heavy water content in the boroughs. I don't normally mind the normal SC alcohol premiums, but that is just absurd, especially if one wants to string a few nights together and enjoy the ladies.
In fact, I am sitting in a Queens bar right now getting a head start on the night.
Anyone else do this?


Never been a big-drinker thus not a bar-type guy - but sounds like a good plan not only to save some dough but be in a good-mood when hitting the club