Welton London 2020 EDP

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Keemun

by John-Paul Welton

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Welton London Keemun is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by John-Paul Welton. Keemun opens with Mate, Bergamot, and Myrrh, settles into a heart of Black Tea, Guaiac Wood, Iris, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod, Musk, and Rum. Welton London's Keemun carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, unique tea scent that blends warm gourmand notes with cool florals. It's a comforting, sophisticated hug in a bottle, albeit a soft one that won't shout. Underrated and now discontinued, grab it if you can.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Elegant
  • Warm
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Keemun 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 Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and comforting nature make it perfect for casual wear and intimate dates, as many reviews highlight its 'huggable' quality. While sophisticated enough for formal settings, its warmth and softness might be a touch too relaxed, and it's definitely not one for the gym.

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
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Keemun opens with a serene blend of earthy mate and bright bergamot, softened by the resinous whisper of myrrh. As it settles, a sophisticated heart of black tea emerges, intertwined with powdery iris and smoky guaiac wood, subtly kissed by incense. The dry down is a comforting embrace of rich cacao pod and warm rum, grounded by a clean, fluffy musk, creating a beautiful balance between aromatic, floral, and gourmand notes.

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