Molton Brown 2007 EDP

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Black Pepper

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Molton Brown Black Pepper is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007. Black Pepper opens with Caraway and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Violet Leaf, Ginger, and Coriander, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Oakmoss. Molton Brown's Black Pepper carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A fresh, clean, and broadly likeable spicy-citrus scent, but it can be a bit of a tease. Many love the opening, but its fleeting nature and disappointing longevity often leave people wanting more. It's a crowd-pleaser that could have been a true standout.
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  • Subtle
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Black Pepper 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, especially given its tendency to become a skin scent fairly quickly. Reviewers noted its excellent performance during active, warm conditions, making it a great choice for sport, but its lighter projection limits its impact for formal or romantic dates.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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 Certified by Cruelty Free International · Check the register · We last checked Sept 2026 Cruelty Free International certification mark

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About

Black Pepper kicks off with a sharp, invigorating hit of bergamot and caraway, quickly joined by the zing of ginger and a green, earthy violet leaf twist. As it settles, fresh coriander and a subtle hint of pepper emerge, leading into a smooth, slightly woody base of patchouli and oakmoss that keeps things grounded and sophisticated. It's a clean, aromatic journey with a fresh spicy core.

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