The 17 best drinking apps for crafting the perfect night out - or on the couch

When you're getting ready to go out drinking, you just want to focus on fun. You don't want to have to deal with overpriced drinks, lines at the door, or closed liquor stores. And, of course, it's always fun to discover delicious new cocktails and drinks.

Thankfully with the wonders of smartphones, a carefree night of drinking is within your grasp. Just make sure you don't go too wild.

These 16 apps give you drink ideas, connect you with your favorite bartender, and even tell you your approximate blood alcohol content. They will tell you where happy hours are and even let you create your own personal happy hour complete with discounted drinks for you and your friends.

Read on for the best apps for getting your drink on, many of which have been featured by the good people over at Product Hunt.

Additional reporting by Kate Shapiro.