Mahogany 2016 EDC

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Bitter Flower

by Roland Theil

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Mahogany Bitter Flower is a Cologne launched in 2016, created by Roland Theil. Bitter Flower opens with Bergamot, Orange, and Raspberry, settles into a heart of Woody Notes, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Mahogany's Bitter Flower carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This floral-fruity-musk is a surprisingly sophisticated and versatile wear, balancing youthful charm with a sensual depth that defies its humble price tag. A real hidden gem for those who appreciate a well-crafted, everyday scent.
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Bitter Flower Cologne 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:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate longevity and appealing floral-fruity profile make it versatile for casual and date wear. While suitable for the office due to its pleasant nature, its sensual dry-down might be a touch too intimate for formal settings.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Limonene from Orange
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Bitter Flower opens with a juicy burst of raspberry, brightened by hints of orange and bergamot, before transitioning into a rich heart of white florals. Jasmine, gardenia, and orange blossom intertwine with soft woody notes, preventing any cloying sweetness. The dry down is a warm, musky embrace, underpinned by creamy vanilla, earthy patchouli, and a subtle amber glow that lingers sensually on the skin.

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