Keeping Champagne fresh

Belle Fast | 11:41 Sun 22nd Apr 2007 | Drinks

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Does anyone know why people say to put a fork in the top of your champagne bottle after its opened (to keep the bubbles in it) and if it works and if so, why does it work?

And yes, I know, it shouldn't be around long enough to need something to keep the bubbles in, you should drink it... but I'm interested.

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Pinotage

Fork? There was an old wives tale that a silver spoon in the neck would keep the bubbles, but it makes absolutely no difference at all. Bubbles in Champagne last a long time, left upright a layer of CO2 builds up and help keeps thebubbles, but better use a proper airtight closer and put in fridge door.

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Thanks, Pinotage...

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Just a wee note about Champagne - its a very jealous drink and does not like to share - meaning if you try and drink something before or after your champagne cocktail, you will end up with a terrific hangover, and not in a good way. Avoid all other types of alcohol with champagne and you should be fine.

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