The Definitive Guide to Champagne in Sin City: Poppin' & Sippin'

Champagne and nightlife go together more like peanut butter and jelly. Usually reserved for special occasions and celebratory libations, it’s no surprise that Champagne has proven to be the poison of choice while enjoying Sin City nightlife. Perhaps every night is a special occasion in Vegas, even if it isn’t. The fact that you’re here is reason enough to celebrate.

Even you are having a casual weekend at a nightclub; a bottle of bubbly just sets the right tone. Many people swear that Champagne just gives them the happiest buzz. Whether this is for biochemical reasons or more of a placebo effect enhanced by environmental context is up for debate. The cost spectrum of Champagne is wide, and the list of options is long. Many people order bubbly with zero knowledge of its history only consider cost. Let’s go over some of the most popular options available in Vegas:

1) Moët & Chandon - Moët Impérial & Moët Brut

Yes, you can get Moet for fewer than 50 dollars at your local liquor store. Unsurprisingly Moet is the cheapest bottle you can buy at most nightclubs… that is worth keeping in mind when you consider the notorious Vegas nightclub markups on alcohol. For those of us that aren’t millionaires, Moet is a fine choice for literal bottle popping purposes. Spraying unsuspecting members of your group with Champagne foam like a rock star is definitely worth it, Incidentally, Moet is what you’ll find paired with most of the VIP table service/bottle specials at any Vegas nightclub i.e. one bottle of Grey Goose and one bottle of Moet. These specials are a great way to attain reserved VIP seating without breaking the bank.

2) Veuve Clicquot

A step up the ladder brings us to the beloved Veuve Clicquot. This Champagne house has a rich history, namely in the 19th and 18th centuries where it was established as the drink of choice for the French bourgeoisie. It is now a subsidiary of Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy. Veuve Clicquot, or simply “Clicquot,” is an ideal option if you’re looking to indulge and flex your foodie chops at the club and still have cash leftover to hit the afterhours party.

 3) Perrier-Jouët

Now that we’ve covered the staples of authentic Champagne houses, it’s time to step into more prestigious territory. Depending on your budget, you may want to avoid popping the cap on this bottle. This Champagne producer is located Épernay region of Champagne and has been a household luxury brand name. If you’re the one footing the bill, don’t be surprised to catch some eyes and receive “mad props” for demonstrating such fine taste in Champagne.

 4) Dom Perignon

The godfather of Champagne. Everyone knows “Dom.” Many try and claim “baller status” but have yet to order a bottle of Dom Perignon at a nightclub. As far as we’re concerned it is a rite of passage. A strict vintage Champagne, expect to pay top dollar for a bottle of Dom in Vegas. Vegas nightclubs are the primary destination to flaunt the good stuff so the demand for Dom is high and so is the price. But sipping on this elixir of the gods on a Vegas nightclub terrace is an ethereal experience you have to mark off the bucket list.

 5) Armand de Brignac a.k.a. "Ace of Spades"

Some “shine” and some don’t. Those that order a bottle of “Ace of Spades” most definitely shine. Even though one should avoid associate purchasing power with personal success, if you can order a bottle of Armand de Brignac at a Vegas nightclub, you must be doing something right. Produced by Champagne Cattier, and in introduced in 2006, the Champagne is sold in opaque metallic bottles. These bottles themselves are works of art.  This flagship cuvee is the brand of choice for rap stars, professional athletes, and matinee idols.

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