The St. Regis Langkawi Champagne Sabering Experience
Champagne Sabrage is the signature ceremony of the St. Regis Evening Rituals series. This tradition dates back to the battles of Napoleon Bonaparte, who famously opened champagne with his saber in both victory and defeat. At The St. Regis Langkawi, the champagne sabering experience starts at 6:30pm sharp daily and is open to all guests. Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne or two and watch the amazing sunset over the horizon. Cheers!
“Champagne: in victory, one deserves it; in defeat, one needs it.” – NAPOLEON
Watch the ritual on YouTube
How to prepare champagne for sabering.
A young vintage champagne with pressure still on the cork is optimal for sabering. Prepare the bottle by chilling it between 45-48°F or 7-8°C for 24 hours to lower its pressure and vibration.
- Reverse the bottle in an ice bucket approximately 20 minutes before opening.
- When ready, reveal the cork by removing the foil in its entirety. Then, unwind and discard the wire basket.
- Carefully pointing the bottle upwards, slide the blade of the saber along the body towards the neck. The force of the blade as it hits the lip of the bottle’s neck will break the glass. The cork and collar will remain intact, and the champagne will be ready for a toast.
The St. Regis Langkawi
Address: Jalan Pantai Beringin, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
Phone: 04-960 6666
Web: www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/lgkxr-the-st-regis-langkawi/
