What the Pickled Corkscrew Does
The Fred Pickled Corkscrew is a whimsical yet functional bar tool designed for opening wine bottles. Its playful pickle-shaped handle adds a touch of humor to your kitchen or home bar, but the real value is in its practical features: a built-in foil cutter and a double-hinged lever that makes extracting corks smooth and easy. Whether you're a casual wine drinker or a seasoned host, this tool helps you open a bottle with minimal effort.
How to Use the Pickled Corkscrew
Follow these simple steps to open a wine bottle using the Pickled Corkscrew. The double-hinged lever reduces the pulling force needed, making it suitable for most standard wine corks.
- 1. Remove the capsule foil: Use the foil cutter integrated into the corkscrew to score and remove the foil capsule covering the cork. Place the cutter around the neck of the bottle, press gently, and twist the bottle (not the tool) to cut a clean circle. Peel off the foil.
- 2. Position the corkscrew: Hold the bottle steady on a flat surface. Place the tip of the corkscrew (the worm) at the center of the cork. Apply gentle downward pressure and begin turning the handle clockwise. Keep the worm straight as it enters the cork.
- 3. Engage the first hinge: Once the worm is fully inserted (about 5–6 turns), the first hinge of the lever will be exposed. Place the first notch on the lip of the bottle and pull the handle upward. This lifts the cork partway out.
- 4. Use the second hinge: Move the lever to the second notch on the bottle rim. Pull the handle upward again. The double-hinged mechanism provides extra leverage, allowing you to remove the cork completely with a smooth motion.
- 5. Remove the cork: Once the cork is loose, grip it with your hand and twist gently to pull it free from the worm. Wipe the corkscrew clean before storing.
Pickled Corkscrew at a Glance
- PICKLED - CORKSCREW: This quality, multi-functional bar tool includes a foil cutter and double-hinged lever corkscrew. The foil cutter saves you from needing a separate tool, and the double-hinged lever reduces the effort required to pull stubborn corks.
PICKLED - CORKSCREW
Honest Trade-Offs to Consider
The Pickled Corkscrew works well for standard wine corks, but its design is best suited for natural or synthetic corks of average length. Very long or brittle corks may require extra care. The pickle-shaped handle is fun but may feel slightly less ergonomic for users with larger hands. Also, the tool does not include a built-in bottle opener for twist-off caps, so keep a separate opener handy if you drink beer or sodas. As with any corkscrew, avoid twisting the worm too far into the cork to prevent it from breaking.
