Acquired

Dries Van Noten 2025 EDT

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Havana Gold

by Jordi Fernández

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Dries Van Noten Havana Gold is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2025, created by Jordi Fernández. Havana Gold opens with Mandarin, Star Anise, and Licorice, settles into a heart of Cinnamon, Tobacco, and Benzoin, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha, Leather, and Tonka Bean. Dries Van Noten's Havana Gold carries an Acquired verdict, a soft spicy-led wear.

Havana Gold is a divisive scent: a luxe, bold, boozy tobacco that some find addictive and brilliantly blended, while others dismiss it as unoriginal and overpriced. It's a powerhouse that demands attention.
  • Bold
  • Confident
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Masculine
Havana Gold Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

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 Formal

This powerful, long-lasting scent with strong sillage is too intense for a typical office setting. Its rich tobacco and spicy accords make it perfect for formal events and date nights where making a statement is desired, though some might find it a bit much even for casual wear.

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Havana Gold dives straight in with a rich, dark blend of licorice and star anise, brightened by a hint of mandarin. As it settles, a warm, spiced heart of cinnamon and tobacco emerges, wrapped in a smooth benzoin sweetness. The dry down reveals a confident leather, grounded by earthy cypriol and creamy tonka bean, delivering a deep and long-lasting aroma.