Gold Incense
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Café Tuberosa
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Which Should You Buy?
Don't let the name fool you. Many expect a strong incense hit, but Gold Incense offers a surprisingly fresh, clean, and quite feminine take on warm vanilla and florals. It’s certainly a crowd-pleaser, if not quite the edgy incense bomb some might hope for.
Café Tuberosa is a divisive beast: some hail it as a masterclass in elegant gourmandise, while others are left reeling from an unfortunate blend of florals, bitterness, and even 'ashtray' notes. It's a genuine love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 18% |
| Floral | 24% | 20% |
| Fruity | 3% | 3% |
| Green | 2% | 3% |
| Sweet | 32% | 33% |
| Warm | 19% | 20% |
| Woody | 7% | 4% |
| Earthy | 15% | 16% |
| Animalic | 10% | 2% |
| Fresh | 7% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and clean, agreeable scent profile make it suitable for office wear, while the warm, sensual undertones are perfect for dates. It's versatile enough for casual wear, though perhaps a bit too subdued for formal events or sports.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong, unique character and moderate sillage make it a good fit for dates and cooler casual outings, where its warmth can shine. However, the prominent coffee and pronounced florals might be a bit much for a formal setting or an office environment.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, White Floral, Vanilla accords and Vanilla, Mandarin notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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