Necessity is the mother of invention, and as feelings of necessity go, the dire need to open a bottle of beer tops the list.

For example, have you ever realized you didn't have a bottle opener, then tried opening a bottle of beer with a helicopter? Well, someone else has.

Other techniques include a folded-up piece of paper, a knife, a key and your own sheer brute strength.

In honor of these magnificent men (and women) who've resorted to creative methods to get at their beer, we've compiled the very finest alternative beer-opening techniques, in video form, for you to learn from and enjoy.

How to open a beer bottle with another beer bottle


How to open a bottle of beer with a piece of paper


How to open a bottle of beer with a breast


How to open a bottle of beer with a lighter


How to open a bottle of beer with a chain saw


How to open a bottle of beer with a helicopter


How to open a bottle of beer with a CD


How to open a bottle of beer with a pen


How to open a bottle of beer with a knife


How to open a bottle of beer with your wedding ring


How to open a bottle of beer with your keyboard


How to open a bottle of beer with a spatula


How to open a bottle of beer with a street sign


How to open a bottle of beer with a car key