High jinks

High jinks was a popular 18th century drinking game in Scotland. The game involved throwing a die, and if the caster got a bad score, they had to choose between drinking more alcohol or performing an undignified task. ^[1]

High jinks now commonly used to refer to any prank or frolic.^[2]

References

1. ↑ Flying by the Seat of Your Pants: Surprising Origins of Everyday Expressions By Harry Oliver
2. ↑ "8 Amusing Stories Behind Common Expressions | Reader's Digest". Rd.com. 2011-11-13. Retrieved 2011-12-18.