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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive beast of a fragrance. Some swear by its unique caramel-cacao warmth for nights out, but others find its intense sweetness and pronounced ginger-ginseng opening a bit much, veering into 'old man' territory or even 'Chinese herbal medicine'. Try before you buy.
This cult classic is pure liquid gold - stunningly rich, resinous, and deeply warm. The amber and myrrh shine through, making it feel like a cherished secret. If you can still get your hands on it, don't hesitate; this is a truly majestic and much-missed masterpiece.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 5% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 4% | 0% |
| Sweet | 27% | 36% |
| Warm | 40% | 43% |
| Woody | 6% | 8% |
| Earthy | 23% | 20% |
| Animalic | 1% | 11% |
| Fresh | 5% | 1% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and sweet, heavy accords make it too much for an office setting where subtlety is key. However, its seductive warmth and good longevity are perfect for date nights and evening casual wear, as many reviews suggest it gets compliments in these contexts. It's too sweet for a formal occasion and certainly not suitable for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, paired with its opulent, warm spicy-amber profile, make it ideal for formal events and romantic evenings. While a tad heavy for the office, it can be donned casually if applied sparingly during colder months.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Vanilla accords and Myrrh, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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