Jo Malone London 2016 EDP

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Orange Bitters

by Serge Majoullier

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Jo Malone London Orange Bitters is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Serge Majoullier. Orange Bitters opens with Orange, settles into a heart of Citrus, Bitter Orange, Mandarin, and Plum, and dries down to a base of Amber and Sandalwood. Jo Malone London's Orange Bitters carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a festive shapeshifter. Some reckon it's a quintessential Christmas cocktail, all bright citrus and warming spices, while others find it a bit too masculine, woody, and fleeting. It's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, so brace for an experience.
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  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Clean
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Orange Bitters Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Orange100%
Heartas listed
Bitter Orange25%
Citrus25%
Mandarin25%
Plum25%
Baseas listed
Amber50%
Sandalwood50%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate sillage and warm, woody amber character make it somewhat unsuitable for office wear, as it could be distracting. However, many find its cozy and inviting nature perfect for casual festive gatherings or even a sophisticated night out.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

Orange Bitters opens with an immediate burst of juicy, zesty orange, sharply contrasted by a pleasing, authentic bitterness. This spirited citrus mellows into a warm, inviting heart, where plums add a rich, dark fruitiness, and a creamy sandalwood base emerges. The amber undertones infuse a subtle powdery warmth, grounding the freshness with a sophisticated depth.

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