Ancient Greek drinking parties were not just about consuming wine and enjoying the presence of the female entertainers. There were also simple and elaborate drinking games. The most famous was a game of skill called “kottabos.” The object of the player was to cast a portion of wine left in his drinking cup, in such a way that it didn’t break bulk in its passage through the air, towards a target, namely shallow saucers floated in a basin filled with water. The competitor who sank the greatest number was considered victorious. The prize consisted of cakes or sweetmeats.