Jo Malone London 2011 EDC

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Assam & Grapefruit

by Christine Nagel

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Jo Malone London Assam & Grapefruit is a Cologne launched in 2011, created by Christine Nagel. Assam & Grapefruit opens with Rhubarb, Grapefruit, and Violet, settles into a heart of Rose, Cardamom, and Tea, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, and Almond. Jo Malone London's Assam & Grapefruit carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

A divisive brew, this Jo Malone blend channels the comforting familiarity of black tea with an initial grapefruit zing. While some find it deeply satisfying and modern, others might find its earthy, dense character a bit much unless they're in the mood for it.
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Assam & Grapefruit Cologne 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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Built on green, citrus and aromatic - a composition that sits best in spring, summer and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate sillage and unique, clean tea-based aroma make it suitable for office wear, as noted by community reviews. It's a great casual reach due to its comforting vibe, but less suited for formal events or sport given its noticeable density.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

This cologne kicks off with an invigorating burst of sharp grapefruit, immediately followed by a green, slightly tart rhubarb and a delicate violet. As it settles, a rich, malty black tea note takes centre stage, woven with a hint of romantic rose and a warm, spicy cardamom. The dry down mellows into a surprisingly deep mix of nutty almond, earthy patchouli, and a clean, lingering musk, giving it a comforting, dense finish.

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