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Nirvana Bourbon

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Elizabeth and James Nirvana Bourbon is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Nirvana Bourbon opens with Oak, settles into a heart of Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Tuberose. Elizabeth and James's Nirvana Bourbon carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This discontinued gem is a total love-it-or-hate-it affair. For those who get it, Nirvana Bourbon is an unbelievably sexy, woody-vanilla with a boozy kick. For others, it's a bit too much like pencil shavings or even BBQ sauce. Definitely try before you overpay on eBay.
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  • Confident
  • Sensual
  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
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Nirvana Bourbon Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Oak100%
Heartas listed
Vanilla100%
Baseas listed
Tuberose100%

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
Also Works:
Casual

Its intimate sillage means it won't overwhelm, making it suitable for close encounters like dates. The woody and boozy accords, while alluring, might be a bit too 'night out' for a professional office setting. It's definitely a cold-weather champion.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Nirvana Bourbon opens with a potent blast of smoky oak, reminiscent of aged bourbon barrels and crackling fireplaces. This quickly melds into a dry, grown-up vanilla, far from sickly sweet. A subtle, creamy tuberose weaves through, adding a touch of intrigue and femininity, before settling into a warm, lingering embrace of woody vanilla. It's a scent of understated luxury and effortless cool.

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