Kerosene 2016 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Follow

by John Pegg

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Kerosene Follow is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by John Pegg. Follow settles into a heart of Maple and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Benzoin. Kerosene's Follow carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is coffee for serious coffee lovers only. Expect a brutal, photorealistic coffee hit that some will adore and others will scramble to scrub off. It's a divisive beast of a fragrance, so tread carefully - or dive in if you fancy smelling like a high-end roastery.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Edgy
  • Clean
Follow Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Maple50%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its nuclear performance and intense coffee aroma make it too potent for an office, potentially overwhelming colleagues. However, the unique, cozy warmth is perfect for casual settings, though its strong sillage might be too much for an intimate date.

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

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

Follow delivers an uncompromised, deep dive into the world of dark roasted coffee. The initial blast of bitter, freshly ground beans slowly yields to a rich heart of vanilla, tonka bean, and maple syrup, creating a warm, spicy sweetness that's balanced by resinous benzoin and amber. It's a journey from the raw intensity of the bean to a subtly sweetened, lingering coffee-amber warmth.

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