Jo Malone London 2013 EDP

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Bitter Orange & Chocolate

by Christine Nagel

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Jo Malone London Bitter Orange & Chocolate is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Christine Nagel. Bitter Orange & Chocolate opens with Bitter Orange, settles into a heart of Dark Chocolate, Cacao Pod, and Coconut, and dries down to a base of Coumarin. Jo Malone London's Bitter Orange & Chocolate carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

A divisive gourmand that delivers exactly what it promises: chocolate and orange. Some adore this comforting, edible scent, while others find it too literal, bordering on a room spray rather than a personal fragrance. Its impressive longevity, unusual for Jo Malone, makes it a cherished limited edition.
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  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Playful
  • Luxurious
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Bitter Orange & Chocolate Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bitter Orange100%
Heartas listed
Cacao Pod33%
Coconut33%
Dark Chocolate33%
Baseas listed
Coumarin100%

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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its exceptional longevity and strong gourmand accords make it unsuitable for office wear, as many find it too 'food-like'. However, its warm, comforting nature is perfect for casual settings and intimate date nights, especially in cooler weather, where its unique scent can shine.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange

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

Imagine unwrapping a rich, dark chocolate orange, the bitter zest of the rind mingling with warm, almost spicy cocoa. A creamy coconut and coumarin sweetness softens the initial bite, creating a delectable, cozy experience. This isn't a sugary explosion, but a sophisticated, edible aroma that lingers beautifully on the skin, evoking warm dessert spices and a hint of vanilla.

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