You're at a party and need to open a wine bottle, and suddenly a room full of eyes seems to be staring at you, waiting to see if you'll drill the corkscrew in incorrectly or do something stupid with the opener's little arms. No need to feel bad—we've all been there! Wine openers may appear confusing and difficult to use at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's a breeze. Continue reading to find out how to open wine bottle with corkscrew.
To open a bottle of wine with a corkscrew, you will need the following items:
- A bottle of wine with a cork
- A corkscrew with a spiral worm and a lever
Here are the steps to open the bottle:
- Remove the foil: Cut away the foil that is covering the cork with a foil cutter or a knife.
- Uncork the bottle: Use a corkscrew to open the bottle. Corkscrews come in a variety of shapes and sizes, such as the waiter's corkscrew, a simple device with a screw, a lever, and a bottle opener. To use a corkscrew, first twist the screw into the cork's centre and then pull the cork out with the lever.
- Pour the wine: After removing the cork, the wine can be poured into glasses. Allow the red wine to breathe for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavours to develop.
If you don't have a wine key, you can use a corkscrew with two collapsible handles instead. The difference is that if you're opening a wine bottle with a corkscrew, you'll need to find a knife to cut the foil. You'll also save time by not having to angle the corkscrew tip before screwing it in. They are designed to sit directly on top of the wine bottle. When using a corkscrew, however, proceed with caution because the worm can be sharp and the cork can break or crumble, making removal difficult. Have a good time with your wine!
