Miller Harris 2005 EDP

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Geranium Bourbon

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Miller Harris Geranium Bourbon is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2005. Geranium Bourbon opens with Geranium, Blackcurrant, and Palmarosa, settles into a heart of Rose, Violet, and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Amber, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Miller Harris's Geranium Bourbon carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one is a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent. Forget sweet florals; Geranium Bourbon hits you with a punchy, almost masculine, botanical blast that evolves into something richer and more complex. It's divisive, but fans are fiercely loyal.
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Geranium Bourbon Eau de Parfum 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer Fall
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its moderate sillage and good longevity make it suitable for various settings, though its strong, unique character might be a bit much for a formal office. Reviewers mention feeling powerful and sexy, aligning it well with date nights, while its natural botanical feel suits casual wear.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • 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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Miller Harris says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Geranium Bourbon opens with an invigorating, almost lemony burst of fresh geranium and palmarosa, quickly joined by the tartness of redcurrant leaf. As it settles, a peppery rose emerges, tempered by a soft, powdery violet. The dry down is a warm, complex embrace of patchouli, amber, and a subtle vanilla, adding a comforting, almost boozy depth. It avoids traditional sweetness, offering a green, spicy, and earthy floral experience.

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