Flawlessly Open a Champagne Bottle

Here are foolproof steps to opening a bottle of bubbly without worrying about any cork-related injuries to friends or your ceiling.

STEP 1: If there’s a pull tab on the foil cover, pull on it to cut through and remove the foil. Or, use a paring knife to cut the metal foil right below the lip of the bottle. STEP 2: Gently twist the “O” ring of the wire cage until it comes loose. You can leave the wire cage over the cork or carefully remove it and set aside. STEP 3: Cover the top of the bottle with a kitchen towel. Place one hand on top of the bottle, with your thumb firmly on the cork. Rotate the bottle while holding the cork. The cork should begin spinning slightly, and you should hear a gentle hiss. Gently twist the cork to remove it from the bottle.…

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