101.   Stir until the sugar has thoroughly dissolved, then stir in the champagne.

102.   Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves.

103.   Stir until the sugar has dissolved, to make a simple syrup.

104.   Stir, making sure the sugar has dissolved, and return to microwave.

105.   Stir in sugar and cook, stirring, until sugar dissolves.

106.   This is essential to allow the sugar to dissolve and cook to the high heat required without burning.

107.   Warm gently, stirring, just until the sugar dissolves.

108.   When sugar has dissolved, add fresh dill.

109.   Whisk in the water and continue whisking until sugar has dissolved.