Broken Cork? Here’s the Proper Fix. A snapped cork can look like a disaster, but with the right moves, you can recover the bottle effortlessly. 1️⃣Slide the cork back in slightly off-center and twist it all the way down. This helps it grab onto what’s left of the cork securely. 2️⃣If you’re using a waiter’s opener, shift to the second hinge and lift gently. Slow, even pressure usually brings the cork out cleanly. 3️⃣ If it refuses to come out, simply nudge the rest of the cork into the bottle an