Jo Malone London 2018 Cologne

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Birch & Black Pepper

by Christine Nagel

Jo Malone London Birch & Black Pepper is a Cologne launched in 2018, created by Christine Nagel. Birch & Black Pepper settles into a heart of Birch, Cardamom, Pepper, and Ink. Jo Malone London's Birch & Black Pepper carries a Statement verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

A modern take on woody spice that's a bit of a divisive one; some find it a sophisticated, subtle masterpiece, others dismiss it as fleeting and smelling of 'leaky ballpoint pens'. If you're after a subtle, contemporary scent, it's worth a shot, but don't expect it to last.
  • Modern
  • Clean
  • Warm
  • Woody
  • Masculine
Birch & Black Pepper Cologne bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 3%
Floral 0%
Fruity 0%
Green 5%
Sweet 5%
Warm 52%
Woody 21%
Earthy 18%
Animalic 4%
Fresh 11%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate projection and fresh, warm spicy accords make it suitable for office and casual wear without being overpowering. The subtlety might not shine in a loud formal setting, and it’s definitely not one for the gym.

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About

Opening with a sharp, peppery kick, this fragrance quickly settles into a warm, aromatic heart. The initial jolt of black pepper and cardamom is smoothed by the woody, smoky character of birch. A subtle, almost metallic hint of ink adds a modern, edgy twist, preventing it from feeling too traditional. It's a transparent and clean woody scent, with a gentle sweetness that rounds out the experience.