Atelier Cologne 2017 EDP

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Café Tuberosa

by Jérôme Epinette

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Atelier Cologne Café Tuberosa is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Jérôme Epinette. Café Tuberosa opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Rose, Tuberose, and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Atelier Cologne's Café Tuberosa carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

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.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Confident
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Café Tuberosa 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

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.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

It opens with a bold, spicy hit of cardamom and bright citrus, quickly diving into the heart of rich, dark coffee and creamy tuberose, softened by rose. The drydown settles into a comforting, earthy blend of cacao, patchouli, and vanilla, though some detect an intriguing, smoky nuance throughout. This is a complex, evolving fragrance that promises a unique journey from start to finish.

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