Balthazar, Copenhagen.

Balthazar, Copenhagen.
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Favourite places in the world to drink Champagne

Champagne is the perfect way to celebrate life's special moments. There is no better way to do that than in the sparkling ambience offered by these establishments.

1. Balthazar

Copenhagen

A 12-litre Champagne bottle is called a Balthazar, so it is a fitting name for the first Champagne bar not only in Copenhagen but all of Denmark. The Balthazar bar in the hotel d'Angleterre is primarily about Champagne – from more than 42 different houses.

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2. The Bar Vendôme

Paris

Where better to enjoy Champagne than in an intimate setting surrounded by red velvet. A lively, elegant and at the same time relaxed atmosphere in the heart of the Ritz Paris. A classic worth seeing is the famous Belle Époque glass roof of the Bar Vendôme.

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3. Flûte Bar

New York City

Flûte Midtown is NYC's premier destination for Champagne. Enter down a short flight of stairs into a space that was once a speakeasy. This is where French lifestyle meets New York City nightlife. Flûte Bar & Lounge welcomes Champagne lovers as well as those who are simply looking for the ideal place to have a cocktail with friends.

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4. Le Bar at the Plaza Athénée

Paris

Cocktails are created and Champagne is enjoyed at this prestigous address. Every aspect of the design surprises and delights. A bar with style and modern sophistication that stands out from the rest. A exceptional place for Parisian moments.

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5. New York Bar

Tokyo

High above the Tokyo skyline, the New York Bar at the Park Hyatt effortlessly embodies the spirit of its namesake: the city that never sleeps. The cosmopolitan atmosphere is complemented by a drinks menu with a large selection of American wines and whiskeys, encouraging guests to enjoy a long night out on the town. 

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6. St. Pancras By Searcys

London

Searcys Champagne Bar is inspired by the bygone era of rail travel. The bar features plush velvet, brass details, deep blue tones and Searcys' signature geometric patterns. It's a great place to enjoy an extensive collection of Champagne, along with fresh oysters and caviar. 

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7. Café du Palais

Reims

Under an Art Deco glass roof designed by Jacques Simon, the large Champagne menu can be discovered in style. The Art Déco style fits in well with the otherwise colourful interior. Café du Palais is run by the fifth generation of the Vogt family.

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8. Bar Le Dokhan’s

Chicago

Time almost seems to stand still when you take a seat in the plush green velvet armchairs. After dark, candlelight creates an intimate atmosphere. There are 240 Champagnes on the list, both well-known names and smaller family-owned houses.

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9. Bar Hemingway

Paris

Sink into one of the comfortable, characterful leather armchairs and order a legendary Champagne cocktail. With only 25 seats and no distracting music, it feels like an exclusive members' club - and a place of pilgrimage. Every visitor immediately understands why.

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10. Champagne Bar

Sydney

Promising harbour views and unbridled joie de vivre in Australia's largest city, this is the place to enjoy some of the finest Champagne in the world, Down Under. Savour some lounge tunes and a plate of oysters while you're there. Should you get bored of fizz, try the signature cocktail, The Mistress of Marseille.

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