Solved at last: the mystery of why champagne bubbles go straight up

Flavour molecules cause champagne bubbles to rise in straight line - unlike those in other drinks

From the pop of its cork to its delicate golden hue, champagne has many features that make it a celebratory tipple - but none are as recognisable as its fine fizz.

Now researchers have shed new light on the quintessential sparkle, revealing why champagne bubbles rise in a straight line, unlike those of many other drinks.