Ahh, beer! The golden liquid, the real world equivalent of elixir! Is there any other finer liquid? Whether you’re into strong ales, light beers, or IPAs, a mug of ice-cold beer is enough to make you feel relaxed and at your best during summer, winter or any season, to be honest.
If you think the fun stops at just drinking gallons of this all-time favourite drink, then you’ll be shocked to know that there’s more to this bubbly liquid than just sipping it. That’s right: there is an array of things; you could do with beer, other than drinking it.
If you’re in a mood to experiment, here are 10 different uses for beer, than pouring it down your throat (but, we agree that it’s the finest way to consume beer).
#1: TO SOFTEN UP MEAT
Tough meat? No problem when you have a can of beer. Yep, beer is a great way to soften up tough meat. Pour beer and marinate it for around one hour before cooking. Better still, you can marinate it overnight in the fridge to get soft, tender meat that will just melt in your mouth.
#2: RESTORE SHEEN TO YOUR GOLD ORNAMENTS
Put the gloss and lustre back in your gold jewellery by rubbing it with a few drops of beer. Wet a soft cloth with beer and rub it gently on your ornaments. Then wipe it down with a dry cloth. Presto! Your gold jewellery is as good as new. Beware that it doesn’t work on gemstones, only on solid gold.
#3: REMOVE COFFEE, TEA STAINS FROM YOUR RUGS
Spilt coffee or tea on your favourite rug or linen? Worry no more, just pour a few drops of beer on the stain and rub vigorously. The stain will miraculously disappear. Your favourite drink saves the day! You may have to repeat this process a few times to wipe away all traces of the stain.
#4: SOAK YOUR FEET
Yeah, seriously! Fill a tub with white vinegar and dark beer to create your own pedi station at home. The yeast and the acidity of the drink help to clean dead cells from your feet, giving you baby soft feet. Just make sure you use a beer that you don’t like to drink or you could end up drinking from the tub 😉
#5: PASS A KIDNEY STONE
Beer is a natural diuretic. Hence, drinking ample amounts of the brew can help you pass kidney stones. Additionally, the alcohol in the drink dilates the tubes connecting your bladder and kidneys, helping you pass the stone easier and without pain. So, there you have it, a medical reason to drink gallons of your favourite drink.
#6: MAKE FLUFFY PANCAKES AND WAFFLES
If social norms don’t allow you to drink beer for breakfast, how about adding it to your waffles and pancakes? A common baking trick is to add club soda to the batter for fluffier pancakes and waffles. The beer has the same effect and adds a bit of flavour. Now, you can have a beer for breakfast without attracting malicious stares.
#6: FEED BEER TO YOUR LAWN
Professional gardeners state that spraying a few drops of beer on your lawn keeps it healthy and green all throughout the year. The grass will intake the sugar from the beer and receives abundant energy. This is an excellent way to remove the brown spots on your lawn. However, don’t pour lots, you don’t want your grass getting high .
#7: BID ADIEU TO DISGUSTING SLUGS
Yucky slugs in your yard? How about inviting them to a beer party? Bury a paper cup in the soil and fill it with beer. Then wait for the slug party to get started. The slugs take a whiff of the drink and are knocked off. An easy way to get rid of slugs from your yard!
#8: LOOSEN UP RUSTY SCREWS
Stubborn screw that won’t budge, however, you might try? Pour a little bit of beer on the faulty screw and wait for a few minutes for the magic to happen. The acid of the beer cuts through the rust and eases it. Celebrate with a glass of beer for your ingenuity!
#9: FIX YOUR HAIR INSTANTLY
Add a few tablespoons of beer to a cup of warm water and apply the concoction to your hair. As beer is rich in vitamins and proteins, it helps in healthy hair. The nutrients in the natural barley add shine and lustre to your hair. You’re sure to have glowing tresses in no time!
#10: COOK RICE OR CHICKEN
Of course, you can use plain ol’ water to cook your rice or chicken. But, it’s a universal fact that beer is infinitely better than water. The alcohol in beer is cooked while the drink adds a unique flavour to your dish.
Still left with gallons of unused beer from last night’s party? (Does this ever happen, not in the universe we inhabit) Fill up your tub with the brew and soak in it, to relax your muscles and watch your stress melt away.
Are there any other unique uses of beer you have tried? Let us know and let’s make the golden brew a bigger part of our world.
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