Magazine LALIQUE 2025

SPIRITS

On the other side of Europe, in Lalique’s heritage workshops tucked away in the dense forests of Alsace, France’s top crystalmakers are also reaching the end of their own creative journey, devising not just a decanter, but a precious work of art that Marc Larminaux, Lalique’s Artistic and Creative Director, describes as “a reflection of an art de vivre , the alchemy when two luxury brands, both renowned for their craftsmanship, innovation and excellence, collaborate so effortlessly”. Together with Lalique’s designers and master glassblowers, Larminaux was initially inspired by the key element of Beluga vodka, quite simply, water. “We conceived a decanter in the shape of a pristine crystal drop of water,” he explains, “with a clear polished drop in the middle of the carafe surrounded by two female figures from the Bacchantes vase designed by René Lalique himself in 1927. My team delved into the archives and reinterpreted one of his most iconic Art Nouveau motifs, allowing the dancing priestesses of Bacchus to take centre stage of the creation.” To achieve its unique aesthetic, the decanter passes through ten specialised hot glassblowing workshops before reaching its final form, with the finishing touch of a dramatic blue cap symbolising the crisp caress of the freshest spring water. The Epicure Series is inspired by the Ancient Greek philosopher, Epicurus, embodying the art of savouring the fleeting beauty of each moment. This ethos is expressed in both Lalique’s exquisite decanter and Beluga’s dedication to creating a remarkable spirit.

THE EPICURE SERIES IS INSPIRED BY THE ANCIENT GREEK PHILOSOPHER,

EPICURUS, EMBODYING THE ART OF SAVOURING THE FLEETING BEAUTY OF EACH MOMENT.

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