Top Tips for Serving Champagne

Champagne is THE drink for parties and special occasions. Celebrate in style with the help of a few handy hints below.

1. Champagne to start

   Champagne is a great choice for welcoming people to a gathering and it really helps get the party started. But try not to go overboard. If you are entertaining, it is likely that most of your guests will be drinking on an empty stomach. So, to ensure that you don’t kill their appetites, serve just one or two glasses of Champagne per person.
   
   

2. Champagne with food

   Champagne also works great with food. Drier versions of Champagne go particularly well with fish and chips, seafood and sushi, as the acidity of the Champagne works against the oils and fats in the fish. Slightly sweeter versions of Champagne are a great match for fruit.
   
   

3. Serving Champagne

   Champagne needs just 45 minutes in the fridge before serving. Don’t be tempted to store it there any longer, as it will kill the taste and smell of the Champagne. If drinking as an aperitif or without food, consider serving with canapés.
   
   

4. Look for something different

   The Champagne world is full of fashion and it is very easy to get caught up in the glitz and glamour. Big brand Champagne houses can afford to charge a premium for their Champagnes, meaning that a large amount of your money will be going towards the label. But if it is value for money that you are after, don’t be afraid to try a lesser known Champagne or a Sparkling wine alternative – you’ll get all the taste and quality minus the price tag.

Choose from a wide selection of Champagne.