Jo Malone London 2006 EDP

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Blue Agava & Cacao

by Jo Malone

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Jo Malone London Blue Agava & Cacao is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Jo Malone. Blue Agava & Cacao opens with Cardamom, settles into a heart of Geranium, Lily, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod, Musk, Vetiver, and Cinnamon. Jo Malone London's Blue Agava & Cacao carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a proper dark horse from Jo Malone, a cult classic often mourned for its scarcity. It's divisive, with some finding it a unique, warm cacao dream and others, a fleeting, almost waxy mess. Expect a cosy, subtly gourmand experience, but be mindful of its legendary disappearing act for some people.
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  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Subtle
  • Sensual
  • Gourmand
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Blue Agava & Cacao Eau de Parfum 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
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
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its warm, subtle cacao and often limited projection make it perfect for casual and intimate date settings. It's generally too understated for formal events and unsuitable for sport, while its cosy warmth means it's pretty good for the office if you don't overdo it.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

It opens with a whisper of spiced cardamom, quickly ushering in a unique floral heart of orchids, lilies, and geranium. This delicate floralcy soon gives way to a warming, rich drydown where raw cacao pod takes centre stage, nestled amongst creamy vanilla, a hint of cinnamon, and an earthy vetiver base. It’s a beautifully blended journey from light freshness to an enveloping, bittersweet embrace.

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