The Durand Corks Crew

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To remedy this, try drilling the screw into the cork at a 45-degree angle. Twist several times and pull slowly. You can also pull it by hand if most of the cork is out. If the cork is already in the bottle, filter the wine through a cheesecloth and pour it into a decanter. Between writing about wine for the past seven years and being half French, Céline Bossart has opened more bottles than she can count. Her preferred corkscrew is a classic waiter’s friend, and she may or may not have taken Wynkoop’s lead in buying a mixed bulk bag from the TSA. By easiest, you mean the wine opener that takes the least effort to utilize, then the answer would have to be the automated or electric corkscrew. A simple push of a button will have your cork removed in seconds. Could you open a wine bottle without a corkscrew? Hold the bottle securely. With the other hand grasp the STABILIZER BAR and HANDLE together and twist, then pull upward slowly continuing to twist to remove the cork.

A foil cutter would be a nice addition, but outside of that detail, it’s a reliable, fail-safe, entry-level option that helps you easily remove a cork without breaking it. Corkscrew types work differently, thus catering to different people. With this, look for a corkscrew style you’re most comfortable with. For instance, if you find it difficult to keep the worm at the center of the cork when twisting, you can opt for wine openers with a lever.

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For a fairly straightforward purpose, there are countless types of corkscrews. Reflect on your preferences and how you intend to use it. If you want something portable for your personal use, screw pulls and wine keys work fine - unless you have arthritis (yikes). Whereas, for a party setting, electric and lever corkscrews will save you the hassle of entertaining each bottle. Ease of usage We appreciate the simplicity and straightforwardness of this classic corkscrew: while it's not a prestige piece, it works consistently, and we had no difficulty opening bottles sealed with either natural or synthetic cork. This model also comes in various colors, which adds to its value and versatility. Despite the bargain price, the Truetap offers everything you need out of a corkscrew. The screw, also known as the helix or worm, is one of the most crucial parts of the corkscrew. Usually, it has a smooth texture with a sharp, curved tip. Other designs involve a sharp edge throughout the screw to better drill into the cork and a straight tip. For many of us, we have learned the hard way that even when wines are stored in the most ideal conditions, corks can become brittle with age. This is a common occurrence with older bottles and a broken or damaged cork is not indicative of an issue with the quality of the wine, so special tools have been developed to aid in removing old corks without damage. The Durand is the only tool you’ll need! Such is the case with the top-rated Secura electric wine opener, a stainless-steel device that comes with a charging base and a great foil cutter, which is always great to have on hand no matter what kind of corkscrew you’re using. This model can remove up to 30 corks on one full charge (perfect for events), and the built-in LED light helps immensely with visibility—though the device is designed to guide the worm in nice and straight without extra effort on the user’s part.HIGH-QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Constructed using die-cast metal for the handle and cover and premium solid steel for the prongs. When using a cumbersome corkscrew, you risk dropping bits of cork into the wine, damaging the bottle, or failing to remove the cork altogether. Or even worse, you might hurt yourself! The Durand® is a broadly patented device that is exceptionally effective in removing compromised and fragile corks, whole and intact, from older, valued wines. The Durand has been repeatedly tested on the most challenging corks. It has performed consistently and flawlessly. Being a chef who often cooks with wine, I’ve tried and fumbled with many wine openers and preservation systems,” says Hugh Acheson, the owner of Five and Ten and a judge on "Top Chef." “But Coravin is different—it is easy to use, preserves perfectly, and pours perfectly." The Oxo wasn't a difficult device to use, and worked exactly as the instructions detailed. The foil cutter was a bit flimsy, and we lamented that extracting synthetic corks wasn't as seamless as regular corks. Overall, though, we thought the Oxo lever corkscrew would make a great gift for someone who's into gadgets, or a caterer who needs to open multiple bottles of wine at a time.

The foil cutter seamlessly slides into the opener for easy storage. In case one screw breaks, an additional one is included, which is helpful, just in case. Center the squiqqly metal part (sometimes called the “worm”) atop the cork, and then screw it in until it’s about 3/4 of the way inside the cork. A wine key is that other tool that is just so essential to us as bartenders,” says Rochelle Tougas, general manager of FM Kitchen & Bar in Houston. “This is my favorite wine key I’ve ever owned." This double-hinged corkscrew's innovative design and 5-turn worm make it easier to work with and speed up the removal process. We also enjoy the addition of gold plating as it elevates the overall aesthetic, making it a fantastic display at your home bars . make the experience of opening wine bottles smoother and easier. Look for one with a double lever to make pulling the cork out easier.”Unfortunately, the aging process of a wine can take its toll on a natural cork and the structural integrity of the cork can become compromised over time. A cork weakened by long term aging can be extremely difficult to remove from a bottle without the proper tools…and this is exactly why The Durand was created! If you still need help in narrowing down choices, try first the HiCoup Professional Waiter's Corkscrew because it has a reliable structure, an affordable price, and is easy to use. To get the most from old wines, they must be treated with care, and The Durand is the care they demand. It depends a bit on the corkscrew, but for a simple wine key (sometimes called a waiter’s corkscrew), the process is as follows: Francis Kulaga, Certified Sommelier and General Manager & Beverage Director at Birch & Rye in San Francisco, says the most classic corkscrew options are the waiter’s friend style, an ‘ah-so’ two-prong corkscrew, and the Durand, which is a brand that has conveniently combined the two styles into one. Each of these three styles is manual but simple enough to use with some practice. For those looking for something more effortless, an electric corkscrew is a better choice — and for that, look to the Secura Stainless Steel Electric Wine Opener.