How to Use Modern Wine Corkscrews

Wine corkscrews have come a long way since the earlier version that started to get phased out not that very long ago. For the longest time the task of using a wine bottle opener was a bit of a dreaded one. Except maybe for those who were professional level wine connoisseurs or worked in a winery, restaurant or bar, getting the bottle to open correctly always seemed an impossible task. Wine drinkers almost always knew it wasn't going to come out right but maybe at least better than the last time.

These days there are several options to choose from for bottle openers. How easy and convenient you want the bottle opening to be will help you decide which one to get. Even if you are only going for the slightly updated version of the tried and true classic, you will still find it much simpler to use than the previous version. Before thinking about any of that though, it is a good idea to learn about how the different ones work.

Options for Opening Wine Bottles

The modernized wine corkscrews have the same idea as the originals; they are just easier to use. One feature shared by most new styles of wine bottle openers is the handy foil cutter, which takes the hassle out of first peeling back the protective seal. Using the same style spiral needle, you still insert the corkscrew yourself. The difference is usually there is a handy way to determine if you are inserting the needle into the right place on the bottle top. Also, though some modern versions use a crank style system to lower the screw, many have a sort of clamp that makes the process more smooth and swift. Not to mention the end results are cleaner.

You may instead want a version of bottle opener that is electric or battery operated and rechargeable. These are among the easiest to use and safe as well. Simply fit the opening over the bottle top and push a button. The corkscrew lowers until it is deep enough and then by pressing another button the screw retracts pulling the cork with it. It really is that simple. 

Considering Features

Regardless of what kind of wine corkscrew you decide to get, you should get some of the basics no matter what style you get or price you spend. For example, a soft grip will make the bottle opening that much easier. Getting those that are easy to clean to prevent rust is also a good idea. Also always, look for safety features that will help prevent even minor injuries. Keeping this kind of checklist in mind will help you make choosing from all those wine corkscrews on the market today a much easier task.