Jo Malone London 2006 Edp

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Blue Agava & Cacao

by Jo Malone

Jo Malone London Blue Agava & Cacao is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Jo Malone. The fragrance opens with Cardamom, settles into a heart of Orchid, Lily, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod, Vetiver, Cinnamon, and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Blue Agava & Cacao: Favourite

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.
  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Subtle
  • Sensual
  • Gourmand
Blue Agava & Cacao Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 4%
Floral 26%
Fruity 1%
Green 8%
Sweet 27%
Warm 39%
Woody 7%
Earthy 5%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 10%

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 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.

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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.