Beer is one of the oldest alcoholic beverages to exist.

Its12,000-year historyis a rich and somewhat confusing one.

It is also believed that entire civilizations were formed around the practice of manufacturing the beverage.

coffee stain on rug

Either way, nothing beats taking the first sip of beer after a long day at work.

It’s the perfect way to unwind over the weekend or on vacation.

Beer has come a long way from its humble beginnings.

beer glass on wood next to axe

Turns out you’re able to do something of the version deliberately to remove coffee and tea stains.

Well, not an entire mug of beer but you get the picture.

Los Angeles-based interior designer Erinn Valencich toldToday, “Pour a bit of beer on the stain.

woman polishing jewelry with cloth

Rub the beer lightly into the rug and the stain should come out.”

It’s as simple as that.

So the next time you’re tempted to throw out old beer, think twice.

Leaving them in the fridge for a nifty household hack like this is probably a good idea.

And it’s not the only use you’re able to get out of this alcoholic beverage.

you’re free to also polish old wood with stale beer for that extra shine.

The carbonation in the brew is also great at loosening up rust in metal appliances.

Got gold jewelry that needs polishing?