10 Types of Tagay Drinkers You’ll Encounter at Every Inuman Session

Defining Trait: Arrives at the inum spot the moment the word “tagay” is typed in the group chat—sometimes even before the host.
Sneaky Habits: Will happily test the sumsuman “for quality control” and might even set up the table to look like they’ve been invited by the major sponsor of the event.
Their Catchphrase: “Wala pa bitaw mo tanan, maong gitilawan na nako!”
Extended Quirk: They’re the first to crack open a fresh bottle—never mind that nobody else is there yet. By the time the second person arrives, the Early Bird is already delightfully tipsy, welcoming everyone like an event host. There’s a 50-50 chance you’ll find them napping in a corner by midnight, but they refuse to leave early. They started the party; they’re convinced they’ll end it, too.

Defining Trait: Takes a single shot of anything—be it gin, lambanog, or even water—and reacts like they’ve just tasted the world’s spiciest hot sauce.
Signature Move: After every shot, yells “Wooo!” or “FREEDOM!” as if they’re reenacting a scene from a macho dance-off.
Their Catchphrase: “Tagay is life!” while dramatically clutching their chest.
Extended Quirk: They want maximum attention with minimal alcohol in their system. Their dramatic flair can be downright contagious, causing half the group to erupt into laughter. Don’t be surprised if they start referencing random movie lines post-shot. Just remember to keep tissues handy—the One-Shot Wonder might shed theatrical tears if the shot is too strong.

Defining Trait: Expert at stealthily dodging the full measure. They either sip a fraction, then secretly spill the rest, or “accidentally” tip the glass.
Signature Move: Throws furtive glances to see who’s watching before the grand spill. Usually ends up exclaiming, “Ay, nahug!”
Their Catchphrase: “Oks ra, dawaton nako nang sunod shot… huwat sa, huwat sa, labay sa nako ni, sticky kaayo!”
Extended Quirk: What’s extra funny is they tend to be the loudest in chanting, “Shot! Shot! Shot!”—when it’s someone else’s turn. These folks are the self-proclaimed “Team Kusog Mo-inom,” yet they only pretend to drink to maintain the illusion. Their willingness to spontaneously clean up spills only raises suspicion—like they’re the official caretaker of the tile floor.

Defining Trait: Has a bottomless bag of tales that get longer (and more dramatic) with each passing shot.
Signature Move: Clears throat, demands everyone’s undivided attention, then launches into a 12-part telenovela-worthy saga.
Their Catchphrase: “Kahinumdum ka ato’ng panahona…? Actually, mas sayo pa ato… let me start from grade school.”
Extended Quirk: Some stories are comedic gold; others feel like a bedtime audiobook. The real conundrum is whether to keep drinking to make the stories seem shorter or to stop drinking so you can follow the complicated plot twists. Usually, the group sets a time limit, but The Storyteller is unstoppable. If you try to skip their turn, they’ll protest, “Hulat sa, wa pa nahuman!”

Defining Trait: Finds reasons to thank literally everyone in the room—for the drinks, for the sumsuman, for existing, and even for breathing.
Signature Move: Goes for a group hug mid-tagay, tears in their eyes, enumerating blessings in bullet points.
Their Catchphrase: “Bai, daghang salamat sa tanan—ikaw sad, sis, daghan salamat sa pag-anhi ha?”
Extended Quirk: A single drink can make them the most appreciative person in the universe. They’ll thank the host, the dog barking in the background, the random Waze voice that guided them to the party. If you let them go on, they might even start listing random acts of kindness they received in the last decade. The next day, you’ll probably get a text from them: “Salamat kaayo gahapon, grabe ka sulit!”

Defining Trait: Their plate is a mountain of food, stacked higher than the Great Wall of China. And they keep adding more.
Signature Move: Innocently asks, “Uy, inyuha pa ni?” before taking the entire sizzling plate.
Their Catchphrase: “Wala nay nabilin? Sige, order pa ta!”
Extended Quirk: They claim it’s their “heavy sumsuman regimen” to offset the alcohol. Because, apparently, that’s how science works? They’re often found sneaking the best bits—like the crunchy sisig or perfectly cooked liempo—right before anyone else can try them. They might even squirrel away the leftovers “for tomorrow” but end up munching on them in the corner five minutes later.

Defining Trait: Grabs control of the speaker, phone, or karaoke mic to unleash an emotional storm or a questionable playlist.
Signature Move: Interrupts everyone’s conversation to say, “Hulat, patukar lang nako ni—paborito kaayo nako ba,” and blasts heartbreak anthems at full volume.
Their Catchphrase: “Usa pa ka sad song, guys… para ni sa akong ex.”
Extended Quirk: Don’t let the hype songs fool you. After the initial dance track, they’ll segue to tear-jerker ballads from the ‘90s. Prepare for a full-blown OPM heartbreak session that might kill the buzz or bring out the closet karaoke queens. By the end of the night, you’ll have “My Way” playing on repeat, and the neighbors might call the barangay if the sobbing gets too intense.

Defining Trait: Prefers focusing on the perfect shot (the camera kind, not the liquor kind).
Signature Move: Shouts “Wait lang!” every three minutes to pose for a new series of photos or Boomerangs.
Their Catchphrase: “Uhm, guys, let’s take a group selfie muna before we get too drunk!”
Extended Quirk: They’re basically the event’s official photographer-slash-model. Each shot has to be captured from multiple angles with different filters. They might miss half the jokes because they’re too busy editing. But hey, at least you’ll have crisp, well-lit memories posted on social media… complete with 37 hashtags and the iconic “#InumanChronicles.”

Defining Trait: Masters the timing of passing the shot glass when everyone’s attention is somewhere else—so they rarely end up drinking.
Signature Move: Moves around the circle, volunteering to facilitate (“Ako na ang mo-salin!”) to expertly skip themselves.
Their Catchphrase: “Hulat sa, kuhaon sa nako ang sumsuman—ikaw sa inom, bai.”
Extended Quirk: They’re the self-appointed referee, making sure everyone else is drinking the “right” amount. But watch closely when it’s their turn: they’ll magically vanish to “help out in the kitchen,” or they’ll engage someone in conversation just as the glass should land in their hand. By the end of the night, they’re suspiciously sober, claiming it’s from “years of training.”