Be Careful How You Pop That Bubbly!

For those that don't know, opening a bottle of bubbly the wrong way may result in an eye injury. In fact, bottles that are uncorked improperly are one of the leading reasons patients visit the emergency room during holidays.

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology improper holiday corking is indeed a serious matter.

It sounds funny, but it is true. Think about it. Most people are already giddy with glee and a bit happy when the time comes to pop open a bottle of bubbly. One false move and the cork could fly across the room and hit someone in the eye, causing serious damage.

Here are some tips to follow to ensure you open your bottle safely:

• First, make sure the bottle is chilled and has sat for some time. Do not risk opening a bottle that may have been jostled or shaken.
• Next, grasp the bottle firmly and hold the cork down using the palm of your hand. You can then remove the wire hood. Keep a hand on the cork however, because sometimes a bottle uncorks itself unexpectedly.
• Now, use a towel to grasp the top of the bottle including the cork, and very slowly break the seal by twisting the cork.
• Give the cork a slight pull up while twisting slightly. Pull very slowly until the cork is just out of the neck, then gently pop your bottle open.

So take your time. Chill the bottle. Use a towel and open wisely. Then enjoy a little bubbly on the side. And if you are in for a thrill ride, just make sure no one is standing near or directly in front of the cork. That way you can have a little fun without endangering anyone's eye.

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