I've broken more than my share of corks when opening my favorite wines over the holidays. And it seems to happen as we sit down for dinner, a most Scrooge-like occurrence on the part of the host and ...

If you've ever watched a server or sommelier open a bottle of wine at a restaurant, there's a 99.9% chance they used a waiter's friend corkscrew. No surprise there: this style of wine opener has ...

Originally designed to pull unspent charges from muskets, the corkscrew went on to transform wine forever. “The invention of ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Wirecutter Staff Even though we haven’t done new testing for this guide in a ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. “The invention of the cork is the most important event in the ...