8 Magical Uses of Wine

Nowadays, people like to drink wine for the sake of health. But it can easily go bad if you don't have the right equipment to store it. Once the wine is opened and exposed to the air, it will begin to oxidize, making the color and flavor fade. Even if it is placed in the refrigerator, it should not be stored for too long. Generally, wines can only be stored for up to three days after opening, and older wines can be stored for about a week.

But when the wine is not finished or spoiled, please don't throw it away. In addition to drinking directly, wine has many uses, as long as it is used skillfully, it can do a lot for you! Let me tell you eight amazing uses for wine.

1. Used as dye

After accidentally spilling red wine on fabrics, it is generally difficult to completely clean red wine stains. At this time, instead of trying to get rid of the wine stain, it is better to dye it red. Many dyes contain chemicals that may have adverse effects on the body.

But red wine has no such problems, you can safely use it to dye clothes, curtains, or Easter eggs. Red wine can dye fabrics a pale pink, dark purple, or even gray. When dyeing, heat the red wine first, then put the cloth in the wine, stir with a wooden spoon for 10 minutes, remove the cloth to dry, and finally wash it.

2. Used as leather shoe softener

Newly bought leather shoes can easily rub your feet, and blistering or frayed skin on your ankles may occur after prolonged walking. At this time, apply white wine to the grinding area, soak it for about 15 minutes, and then gently knead the area with your hands after it is dry so that the feet will not grind so much.

3. Used as fly trap

Few things appeal to fruit flies as much as aromatic red wine. Pour half an inch of red wine into a glass, then cover the glass with plastic wrap, and punch holes in the plastic that are just the right size for the flies to fly in but not out. Putting this glass of wine in the kitchen will successfully attract the attention of fruit flies. Place it in your home where fruit flies tend to congregate, such as next to a fruit bowl. The flies are attracted to the alcohol in the bottle, and the funnel effects of the neck trap them in the bottle, and they cannot fly out.

4. Soften skin

Red wine is rich in antioxidants and has excellent skincare properties. You can pour an endless supply of red wine into the tub for a bath, or rub it on your face. After using it, you can visibly feel your skin become as soft and smooth as baby's skin. Also, it reduces wrinkles and makes the skin more vibrant.

5. Disinfect and wash kitchen

The alcohol in wine can both remove stains and sanitize counter top in your kitchen. Dry white wine is best for cleaning counter top, as it won't stain counter top like red wine and won't leave a sticky substance behind.

You can put liquor in a spray bottle and spray it on the kitchen counter top to remove grease, but remember to use only liquor and avoid using it on granite kitchen counter top. To achieve the best grease removal effect, it is recommended to let liquor leave on the counter top for a few minutes, then wipe it off with a rag. Mix white wine with baking soda to help remove stubborn grease stains from the grill.

6. Wash fruits and vegetables

Wine can be used as a natural fruit and vegetable cleanser. Alcohol in wine can dissolve impurities on the surface of fruits and vegetables, and various components of wine can kill many pathogens in food such as salmonella and E. coli. It even makes fruits and vegetables taste better!

7. Clean glass

Spoiled white wine is actually similar to vinegar, so it can be used to clean glass just like vinegar. Add a few teaspoons of white wine to a spray bottle, add just the right amount of water, spray it on a glass or mirror, and wipe it off with a newspaper.

8. Cooking food

Pour the unfinished wine into the ice tray and freeze it. When making soup or stew in the future, you can take one or two pieces at any time and use them as a seasoning, which can make the soup or stew get a richer flavor.