13 Vodka Hacks That Will Make Your Life So Much Better (And None Involve Drinking!)

From an after work martini to a weekend brunch Bloody Mary, there’s nothing quite like the perfect vodka drink to quench your thirst for a good cocktail. But did you know that the distilled beverage could be used to treat jellyfish stings?

As versatile as you thought vodka could be in the realm of libations, the alcoholic drink has an impressive resume beyond the bar. The antibacterial properties of vodka make it an effective cleaning agent that is far less harsh than the chemical laden options you find in stores.

A little tip from Yahoo Makers: no need to purchase expensive vodka for these uses. Since taste doesn’t factor into any of these ideas, forego the expensive brands and buy whatever budget-friendly, generic options you can find.

Here are 13 weird uses for vodka that we bet you’ve never thought of!

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