How to Open a Wine Bottle With a Lighter

Forgetting to bring a corkscrew at a wine party can be a real disaster. However, sometimes we forget things. In such cases, you might want to try opening a wine bottle with a key. I know it might seem unbelievable, but a key can work well in such situations. However, it is important to note that this trick is more effective on synthetic corks. We tried this trick on a natural cork once, but it just crumbled. So, be careful when you try this method.

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If you don’t have a key with you, you can also try using a lighter! It might take a few minutes to get the whole cork removed, but yes, it works. By heating the neck of the wine, vapor is produced and it pushes the cork upwards. The only problem with this technique is that it might affect the aroma and taste of your wine. We all know that wine should be kept away from any heat sources, so this might ruin the experience. But if you are still curious if this is possible, go ahead and try it. Learn how to open a wine bottle with a lighter through Top MMA’s step-by-step tutorial below.

How to Open a Bottle of Wine Without A Corkscrew

Step 1:

Start by removing the cover so that you can see the cork.

Step 2:

Place the wine bottle right side up. Using the lighter, heat up the air underneath the cork so it expands and pushes up the cork. Rotate the bottle while heating it for about a minute or so. You should see the cork starting to move. Wait until the cork goes out completely.

Step 3:

Serve the wine and enjoy.

How to Open a Wine Bottle With a Lighter