


So instead of smashing off the top with a rock and hoping for the best, use force and leverage to your advantage and try one of these safer methods to get that stubborn cap off when you don't have a dedicated bottle opener on hand.

We've got several creative and slightly unusual methods you can try to open your drink, and you probably have at least one of the items you need handy. If you accidentally grab the latter and have no bottle opener nearby, no worries - just look around for something to pry off the cap. When you're in a hurry and stop to grab a six-pack of beer, you don't always check to see if you picked up twist-off or pop-off tops. This story is part of Try This, CNET's collection of simple tips to improve your life, fast.
