As the leaves turn and the summer heat begins to fade, Guillotine Vodka® kicks off the Fall season with a cocktail collaboration with one of our favorite restaurants, Porta Via.

Serving cool California cuisine from locations in Beverly Hills, Pacific Palisades, and Calabasas, Porta Via’s chic clientele of locals, tourists and celebrities enjoy the stylish restaurant’s bar and lounge, as well as its fine dining and its especially creative cocktail philosophy.

Choosing only the best ingredients from local Los Angeles farmer’s markets, owner Peter Garland strives to create quality foods and drinks that are simply prepared and thoroughly enjoyed. This level of culinary thoughtfulness extends to their mixology mission, one that’s deliciously reflected in this season’s cocktail collaboration.

With great pleasure, Guillotine Vodka® presents the Piña Picante by Porta Via. The Piña Picante gives a spicy kick to the end-of-summer, paired with refreshing zesty flavors and a sweet finish. The citrus juices and chili-lime taste from the Tajín flakes on the rim of the glass create a mouth watering combination. The subtle savor of spice from muddled Jalapeños creates a balance between the sweet pineapple and lemon juices. A perfect way to beat the heat, the Piña Picante’s enticing blend of notes, aromas, and textures will have you craving another.

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Guillotine Vodka® participated in Vinexpo’s debut in Paris this February for the first time this year, joining the weekend-long internationally acclaimed wine and spirits expo. Drawing hundreds of global connoisseurs under one roof to taste unique products produced by top-line brands, Vinexpo Paris has proven to be a valuable ambassador in the promoting of French savoir faire, aligning perfectly with the mission of Guillotine, our award-winning spirits brand that mixes traditional French practices with cutting-edge modern techniques, creating the ultimate elegant vodka experience. 

Nestled in the center of the expo’s main pavilion, we hosted tastings of the popular and prestigious Guillotine Originale Ultra-Premium Vodka and Guillotine Heritage Barrel-Aged Vodka, featuring the newly released “Modern Aristocrats” campaign, which masterfully intertwines aspects of the traditional and modern, combining beautiful painterly visuals and forward fashion to elicit a sense of luxury and exceptionalism, while also staying true to the brand’s core values of heritage, quality, and craftsmanship. Portraits of the campaign were stylized in artistic gold frames placed in and around the walls of the booth, creating a provocative 360° experience that introduced Guillotine Vodka® to hundreds of expo guests, helping them discover why the brand is truly #ACutAboveLeReste.

For those still indoors and in need of some home-based entertainment, check out Cheers + Charcuterie for excellent tips on creating masterful charcuterie boards that enhance the flavors of our Heritage. 

If you’re able to venture out to celebrate Bastille Day festivities, here are some options: Socially distance at a local bar in your area and request a cocktail made with Guillotine Vodka®; if you find yourself in Versailles, make a stop at the very chic l’Orangerie de Monsieur, and order the Tehri filet de boeuf “tigre qui pleur” or the Feuilleté de tourteaux along with one (or two) Heritage cocktails. Bon Appétit and cheers to freedoms that never age! 

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Summer is officially here, and our mixologists at Guillotine Vodka® have created two exquisite cocktails that are especially crafted for this new and radiant season. Bring the heat with “The Marguerite,” a mixed drink that combines the woody notes of our barrel-aged Guillotine Heritage vodka with the sweet, refreshing, and intoxicating tastes of exotic fruit and homemade spices. Full-bodied and pronounced, this cocktail will satisfy any midsummer cravings. Lighter but equally satiating, our “Au Pear” cocktail is crisp and refreshing, light and airy. The mix of white grapes and pear cider enhance the clean flavors of Guillotine Originale. Both served on the rocks and double strained to perfection, these tasty cocktails will brighten your day and cool you off on those hot summer nights. Checkout the full recipes below and order Guillotine Vodka online to kickoff summer with these sensational spirits.

Tangy, sweet, citrusy, and spice-driven, “The Marguerite” is Guillotine’s most complex and full bodied cocktail for the Summer. The infusion of Guillotine Heritage, Pink Guava Passionfruit, a dash of Tajin and lime, create a cocktail worth cheering too. A taste of paradise, a toast to an endless Summer.

• 1 oz. Guillotine Heritage
• .5 oz. Damiana
• .25 oz. Agave
• .75 oz. Lime Juice
• 1 oz. Pink Guava Passionfruit
• 3 Dashes of Orange Bitters
• 3 Dashes of Homemade Spicy Tincture
• Line Rim with Tajin
  Garnish with Flowers or Lime

Recipe:

• 1.5 oz. Guillotine Originale
• 5 Muddled White Grapes
• .5 oz. Lemon Juice
• .5 oz. Simple Syrup
• Shake and Double Strain
• 2 oz. Pear Cider
• 2 Dashes of Lemon Bitters
• Garnish with Sliced Pear

Glassware: Collins Glass

This Memorial Day, Guillotine Vodka proudly salutes all veterans who have served their country. As we honor our heroes of past and present, the long holiday weekend is also celebrated as a prelude to summer and sunshine. Uniting with friends and family—whether 6ft apart or virtually—we aim to provide a guide to good eats and drinks. “Cheers + Charcuterie” supplies all the tips and tricks on how to create your own Memorial Day charcuterie board that perfectly pairs with our newly released Guillotine Heritage Barrel-Aged Vodka, now available online!

Guillotine Heritage never fails to deliver an impressive taste. Whether you’re drinking it straight or crafting cocktails featured in our Better-At-Home: Spring Cocktail Edition, the depths of rich flavors compliment each savory, creamy or satiating crunch you’ll take from your charcuterie board. At the very base, a charcuterie board is a sophisticated way to showcase cheese and crackers. Originally from France and usually consisting of only meats, the fancy appetizer has evolved into a beautiful display of all sorts of delectable foods. There are no rules when creating your board. Assembling mini baguettes toasted to perfection, dried and fresh fruit, gourmet cheeses, and dipping sauces is a true form of artistic expression.

A good cocktail will bring your charcuterie to life. We suggest adding these top 3 ingredients to compliment your Guillotine cocktail: cheese, cured meat, and nuts. Don’t be shy! Your board is your masterpiece. Get creative with tangy flavors from fruits and marmalades to different spices and breads. The raw ingredients from your holiday board will balance the clean and smooth taste of Heritage’s barrel-aged flavors. Wash away the explosion of textures with this mid-palate rush, sure to accentuate earthy cheese, and exotic nuts. Choose meats which are hard, soft and dry-cured — the more variety, the more eloquent and eye-pleasing it will be. The cured meat brings a savory taste and are best served with our most robust cocktail of the Spring season, The Heiress. The Heiress is full-bodied, mixed with citrus flavors and spicy notes that include microplaned cloves and cinnamon.

Pair your masterpiece with more cocktails from our Better-At-Home: Spring Cocktail Edition to have an experience which is truly A Cut Above Le Reste! Cheers!

In 2019, Guillotine Vodka® received international recognition from numerous and notable award competitions in France, China, London, Las Vegas, California and New York, based primarily on spirit appearance, aroma, taste and finish. To kick off 2020, Guillotine Vodka® received recognition from one of the most respected competitions in San Fransisco. Setting the tone for future accomplishments in the spirit’s industry. The brand’s three distinct vodkas, Guillotine Heritage Barrel-Aged Vodka, Guillotine Originale Ultra-Premium Vodka, and Guillotine Petrossian Vodka, were entered to compete against hundreds of other prestigious and upcoming spirits. Judges for these industry competitions operate under rigorous parameters and are placed in an unbiased environment, providing feedback based on integrity, experience and education. Among many elements that contribute to the panel’s final decision, all flight samples are blind tasted and, in some instances, given a chemical analysis. Below are the three most unique and prominent awards proudly given to Guillotine Vodka®

Glassware: Coupe Glass

Recipe:

• 1.5 oz. Guillotine Originale
• 1 oz. Apple Juice (Red Apple)
• .75 oz. Lime Juice
• .5 oz. Rosemary Syrup
• 5 Drops of Spiced Apple Bitters
• Garnish with Apple Slices and torched Rosemary

Glassware: Coupe or Rocks Glass

Recipe:

• 1.25 oz. Guillotine Originale
• .25 oz. Creme De Violette
• .5 oz. Lemon Juice
• .5 oz. Orgeat
• 3 Dashes Lavender Bitters
• Garnish with Flowers (Lavender)

Glassware: Rocks Glass

Recipe:

• 1.25 oz. Guillotine Heritage
• .25 oz. Sweet Vermouth
• .5 oz. Ginger Syrup
• 1 oz. Blood Orange Juice
• .75 oz. Lemon Juice
• Spicy Homemade Tincture (clove, anise, cinnamon)
• Garnish with Blood Orange Slice and Maraschino Cherry

Glassware: Coupe Glass

Recipe:

• 4 Mandarin Segments
• 6 Tarragon Leaves (muddled)
• 1.5 oz. Guillotine Heritage
• .5 oz. Agave Syrup
• .75 oz. Lemon Juice
• .5 oz. Egg Whites
• Coat Glass with Pernod Absinthe
• Garnish with Grated Cinnamon and Tarragon Sprig

Glassware: Rocks Glass

Recipe:

• 1.5 oz. Guillotine Originale
• 1 oz. Pomegranate Juice
• Bar spoon of White Rice Vinegar
• .75 oz. Lemon Juice
• .75 oz. Simple Syrup
• 3 Dashes Cranberry Bitters
• Grated Cloves and Cinnamon
• Garnish with Pomegranate Seeds

Glassware: Julep Cup or Rocks Glass

Recipe:

• 1.25 oz. Guillotine Heritage
• Muddled Persimmon
• .25 oz. Sherry
• .5oz Honey
• Build on rocks glass
• Garnish with Persimmon and Mint Leaves

After several years astonishing distinguished drinkers throughout France, Guillotine Vodka proudly announces the availability of its premium grape-based vodkas in stores and nightclubs across Los Angeles with the release of their “Modern Aristocrats” campaign. 

Created by an all-star crew (photography by Brakha2x, creative direction by Van+, set design and styling by Franck Chevalier, and production by MindMedium), the campaign was inspired by French still life paintings of the 1800s as well as American pop art of the late 20th century. To this end, “Modern Aristocrats” masterfully intertwines aspects of the traditional and modern, combining beautiful painterly visuals and forward fashion to elicit a sense of luxury and exceptionalism, while also staying true to the brand’s core values of heritage, quality, and craftsmanship.

Featured on 50 billboards across Los Angeles, the “Modern Aristocrats” campaign strikes a mood that is both sophisticated and slightly subversive, evoking what makes Guillotine Heritage so different: the French savoir fare that guides how their spirits are made, the special Limousin oak barrels in which the vodka is aged, and the rarefied experience of drinking a truly unique vodka unparalleled in quality and taste.