TikTok has revealed the latest college drinking trend: the BORG. BORG stands for “blackout rage gallon” and involves students taking a gallon jug of water, pouring out some of it to make room for their preferred amount of alcohol, and then adding flavoring such as water-enhancing drops or powdered drink mixes. The hashtag #borg has accumulated over 74.
7 million views on TikTok. Here’s what you need to know about BORGs: What is a BORG? A BORG, or “blackout rage gallon,” is a gallon-sized container, typically a jug, filled halfway with water, a fifth of vodka or another alcohol, water flavour enhancers, and electrolyte powder. Those who drink from BORGs prefer this trend because it minimises the risk of drink spiking, as it’s in a sealed, personal container that you carry around.
BORG enthusiasts also claim that this method helps reduce hangovers and other negative effects of drinking alcohol by keeping you hydrated, increasing electrolyte levels, and diluting the alcohol. What does BORG stand for? BORG is an acronym for “blackout rage gallon.” The name is derived from the fact that it contains enough alcohol in one container for an entire night of drinking.
Although the term BORG is new, the practice of mixing alcohol with water, juice, and other nonalcoholic substances has long been popular among college students who wish to prolong the effects of alcohol and induce blackout behaviour. Is BORG drinking safe? According to Cleveland Clinic ’s Dr. David Streem,.
