Andrea Maack 2012 EDP

U ££ Statement

Coal

by Richard Ibanez

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Andrea Maack Coal is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Richard Ibanez. Coal opens with Pink Pepper, Sichuan Pepper, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Coal, Papyrus, and Cedar, and dries down to a base of Leather, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Andrea Maack's Coal carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Andrea Maack's Coal is a divisive, intriguing beast. Some find it a magical, masculine masterpiece of warm, earthy smoke; others are left underwhelmed by a 'too dressed up' mineral scent that doesn't quite deliver on its gritty promise. Definitely one to try before you buy, especially for cold weather.
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Coal Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With its intimate sillage, Coal is suitable for closer encounters like dates, but its unique and somewhat dark character might be too bold for a typical office. It's too complex and warm for sport, fitting better into cooler, more introspective settings.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Coal opens with a sharp, peppery blast from pink and Sichuan peppers, uplifted by juniper. This quickly shifts into the star of the show: a deep, mineral accord of coal and papyrus, grounded by dry cedar. The dry-down reveals a smooth, leathery warmth, softened by creamy sandalwood and a subtle earthiness from patchouli, creating a complex, evolving scent profile that hovers between raw and refined.

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