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- Slide the teeth of a sturdy key under the cap’s ridges, then twist the key until the cap pops off.
- Use the tip or teeth of the key to pry the ridges of the bottle cap away from the bottle, and repeat all the way around the sides of the cap.
- Use a belt buckle, the edge of a countertop, or a door latch as makeshift bottle openers.
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To open a beer bottle with a key, grab the bottle neck with your non-dominant hand and put a strong key, like a car key, under the cap. Next, twist the key upwards with your dominant hand until the lid pops off. If that doesnt work, continue twisting the key back and forth gently to bend the ridges of the lid up. After prying up several of the ridges, push the key tip under the bent ridges and press upwards until the cap pops off. For more tips on choosing the best key for the job, read on!
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FAQ
What is the difference between a corkscrew and a wine key?
How do you open a beer bottle without a key?
If you don’t have a bottle opener or a key, you can use a countertop or table edge to pry off a pry-off bottle cap. Simply place the edge of the cap against the edge of the countertop and push down firmly. If you’re opening a lot of beer bottles, it’s a good idea to invest in an electric bottle opener.
How do you open a beer bottle?
This is the next best method of opening a beer bottle, with the finest, sharpest keys securing the greatest results. Rest the key tooth underneath the grooves of the cap, and continue to pry and poke. Once the cap is loosened, keep twisting the key upward or turn the bottle itself. If successful, the cap will fly right off.
How do you open a wine bottle without a bottle opener?
Maneuver the bottle so that the edge of the counter is underneath the cap. Using your hand or any hard object, whack the cap in a downward motion until it releases. From house keys to wedding rings and other household items, here is how to open a bottle without a bottle opener!
How do you open a beer bottle on a countertop?
Simply place the edge of the cap against the edge of the countertop and push down firmly. If you’re opening a lot of beer bottles, it’s a good idea to invest in an electric bottle opener. These devices can open bottles quickly and easily. Be careful when opening beer bottles that are under pressure, such as those that have been shaken or dropped.