Gretel
Perfumer: Corey Newcombe
Votes lean masculine
13 ratings
From your scent profile
Criminal Elements Gretel is a unisex scent led by tonka bean, tobacco and spices, with a gourmand, smoky character.
Skunky's take: It shines in the cold, and the votes agree.
How does it perform?
From 14 community ratings, all out of 10.
Sits nicely on a shelf.
Blind buy risk
69% of votes are positive, the rest are more reserved.
Notes
They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.
Top notesfirst 15 minutes
Accords
From most dominant to most subtle.
- Gourmand
- Spicy
- Woody
- Resinous
- Smoky
Gourmand
Spicy
Woody
Resinous
SmokyWhat does Gretel smell like?
In Gretel, spices and tonka bean build a sweet, warm base, while tobacco and hay add a dry, lightly smoky edge. Frankincense deepens the resinous side and keeps the scent dark and calm alongside the woody accord. The gourmand sweetness runs all the way through, but the smoky, spicy side keeps it from turning syrupy.
It sits between masculine and feminine, as a unisex profile. Those who like rich resinous, gourmand scents may find Frau Tonis Parfum № 70 Habanera and Amouage Vanilla Barka close in profile.
When to wear it?
Seasons and occasions, by user votes.
- 45%Winter
- 45%Autumn
- 9%Summer
Winter
Autumn
Summer- Nighttime26%
- Evening26%
- Casual21%
- Daytime16%
- Office11%
Least picked for the office.
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Last updated: October 26, 2026