Jo Malone London 2017 Cologne

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English Oak & Redcurrant

by Yann Vasnier

Jo Malone London English Oak & Redcurrant is a Cologne launched in 2017, created by Yann Vasnier. The fragrance opens with Red Currant, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Oak.

Our verdict on English Oak & Redcurrant: Favourite

Red currant sparkles over a bed of roasted oak, creating a crisp, woody freshness that feels both contemporary and quietly refined. Effortlessly wearable and balanced, it's a rare woody scent that feels bright and easygoing.
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Subtle
English Oak & Redcurrant Eau de Cologne bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5%
Floral 28%
Fruity 25%
Green 3%
Sweet 15%
Warm 0%
Woody 27%
Earthy 10%
Animalic 2%
Fresh 13%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
95%
Fruity
85%
Fresh
65%
Earthy
35%

Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Light

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer

The crisp red currant and green mandarin make this especially luminous for spring and early fall, while the fresh, lightly woody character remains vibrant but not heavy for summer. Its subtle warmth is less suited to winter's chill.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

The soft projection and clean, fresh-woody profile make it ideal for the office or casual daytime wear. It is understated and versatile, but a touch too delicate for formal events or high-energy sports.

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About

English Oak & Redcurrant opens with a tart, juicy burst of red currant and zesty green mandarin, immediately evoking the freshness of a dewy English morning. A gentle rush of rose lends a soft floral glow before settling into the heart of the fragrance, while roasted oak brings a dry, elegant woodiness that grounds the composition. The result is a modern, transparent take on woody perfumery - airy, subtly spicy, and tinged with earthiness, yet always fresh and inviting. Understated and versatile, it lingers as a clean, crisp whisper of nature.