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How to open a champagne bottle with a saber

A guide to the art of sabrage, the perfect party trick for New Year's Eve

We already know you like to throw awesome parties: That you're an unflappable host, that your food will be perfect. But the key to making your party even more fabulous, even more memorable? Sabering champagne. Watch columnist Erik Lombardo teach Amanda and Merrill the art of sabrage — and start practicing.

Then invite us to your next party.


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