Geist

Geist reads as a single whole rather than a progression: oakmoss, soil and hemlock fir give it a cool, damp forest feel. Leather and stone add a dry, firm footing, while chocolate and ambergris soften that edge with a light sweetness. Ink adds a slightly unusual note of its own. The accords point to green, gourmand, spicy and woody sides.

Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend autumn, followed by spring and winter, with summer chosen less often. It is picked most for leisure time and evenings. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably on either. La Curie Faunus and Birkholz Leather N' Green have a close profile.