The Perfume Library

83 perfumes

Poseidon God

Instituto Español · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Instituto Español Poseidon God is a men's fragrance that opens on a powdery, floral pairing of iris and violet and rests on a soft, creamy base of sandalwood, tonka bean and musk. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters point to spring and fall, with winter and summer further behind. Daily wear, leisure and business get the most votes, while night and evening come after. Voters mostly call its character masculine and modern. It starts fresh, floral and powdery with iris and violet. In the heart, patchouli and amber turn it spicy and sweet. The base of sandalwood, tonka bean, musk and leather settles into a woody, creamy finish, with a slightly synthetic sheen. Rasasi Daarej pour Homme and Prada L'Homme Intense have a close profile.

Aire de Sevilla - Azahar

7.9

Instituto Español

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Instituto Español Aire de Sevilla - Azahar is a fresh, floral citrus scent for women, pairing bergamot, mandarin orange and clementine with orange blossom and jasmine. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close to the skin without vanishing quickly. Voters find it good value for the price. The opening is bright and fruity, built on three citrus notes. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine and lily of the valley add a green, floral tone, and musk and amber settle it into a soft, creamy base. Acampora Azzurro di Capri and Ormonde Jayne Levant have a close profile.

Poseidon Blue

8.2

Instituto Español

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Instituto Español Poseidon Blue is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that opens with mint, mandarin orange and grapefruit. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the small number of votes makes that a rough guide. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Citrus and mint give it a bright start. In the heart, nutmeg, ginger and geranium add a spicy, green edge. The base of vetiver, patchouli and frankincense turns it woody, earthy and slightly smoky. Histoires de Parfums 1828 and Carven Le Vétiver have a close profile.

Gotas Frescas

7.7

Instituto Español

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Instituto Español Gotas Frescas is a fresh, green unisex scent built around mandarin orange, bergamot and lemon. The top is a bright, fruity citrus blend of mandarin orange, bergamot and lemon. In the heart, sage, rosemary and lavender add an herbal, green depth, while the floral side stays in the background. Musk in the base softens everything and settles it onto a clean footing. From start to finish it keeps a light, fresh character close to a classic cologne. Truefitt & Hill Mayfair and Lorenzo Villoresi Acqua di Colonia have a close profile.