Caribbean Stud Poker
Posted on 23rd Jan, 2010 by admin
Have you heard of Caribbean Stud poker? Even if you have not, you most likely have heard of its extremely popular twin, Texas Hold ‘Em poker. If you have never played either of them, and are not sure where to begin, Caribbean Stud is a very enjoyable game that is actually a lot easier to learn.
As its name implies, this game originated in the Caribbean. It is slightly based on the basic five card stud rules. What makes Caribbean Stud exciting, is its’ chance to make side bets, with the chance to win a huge jackpot. Many land-based and online casinos offer progressive jackpots, which have been known to reach into the millions.What exactly is Caribbean Stud poker? Unlike original basic poker, you do not play directly against other players. The dealer is your only opponent, and the one who’s hand you want to beat. Before beginning to play, you must have some knowledge about the various hands and their ranks.When you start the game, all players make what is called an ante. The ante is whatever the table minimum has been set to. At the same time, you must also decide if you want to place a side bet for $1. The side bet is what accumulates as the progressive jackpot.
