The small helicopter could not actually lift the 'MANLY BEER' prop. Both were supported by a fishing line attached to a broom handle, which was later digitally erased in post production. The spinning helicopter blades were sometimes added in too.
Pyrotechnic Jeff Leroy added yellow corn chips to his actual explosion to enhance the appearance, thus simulating yellow helicopter debris flying through the air.
According to the beer label, the fictional 'MANLY BEER' is imported from Olalla, Washington, where the Hefner Brothers were raised.
The fictional beer label reads: MANLY BEER, The preferred beer for REAL men. Imported beer from Olalla, Washington, 12 FL. OZ. (fine print) GOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy, and especially not this beer, since it is intended for "men". (2) Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to fly a RC helicopter or operate machinery, and may cause health problems.