How to Open a Bottle of Champagne

It takes some skill to open a bottle of Champagne so that the bubbly ends up in the flutes and not all over your guests.

Things You'll Need

• Champagne
• Dishtowels

Instructions

1. 

   Remove the foil from the cork.

2. 

   Untwist the wire restraint securing the cork.

3. 

   Wrap the bottle's neck and cork in a dish towel.

4. Angle the bottle away from everyone.

5. 

   Take hold of the cork with the towel and gently untwist.

6. 

   Continue untwisting, or hold the cork in place and twist the bottle itself.

7. 

   Slowly ease the cork out of the bottle's neck. Listen for the pop and pour.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep glasses nearby and ready to catch the foam.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish