The Perfume Library

Exquisite Leather

8.1

David Beckham · 2024

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

David Beckham Exquisite Leather is a sweet, spicy leather scent for men that suits autumn and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evenings and nights out leading the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters find it masculine, and some call it modern. It opens with cardamom, raspberry, apple and pink pepper, so sweet fruit meets a spicy edge. In the heart, leather, bourbon whiskey, juniper and orris root give a smoky, leathery body. The base of musk, sandalwood and cedarwood adds woody warmth. Roos & Roos Purple Leather and M. Micallef Notorious XO have a close profile.

Saint Julep

7.5

Imaginary Authors · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Imaginary Authors Saint Julep is a unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer, suited to relaxed, everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it neither lingers heavily nor vanishes quickly. Leisure and daytime use lead, and it also appears at the office. Voters split almost evenly between calling it feminine and masculine, and some find it modern. The scent is fresh, citrusy and green. Tangerine and mint bring coolness, which the ice accord reinforces. Bourbon whiskey and sugar add sweetness, while southern magnolia gives a soft floral touch. Fruity and lightly spicy shades run alongside.

Iron Duke

7.8

Beaufort · 2017

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Beaufort Iron Duke is a unisex scent that reads sweet, spicy and smoky, with leathery and woody sides leading, and it suits autumn and winter evenings best. It opens with metallic notes, star anise, tobacco, Cambodian oud and liquor. In the heart, animalic notes, charred wood and leather come forward, while soap softens the harder edge. The base of bourbon whiskey, gun powder, musk and hay settles into a sweet, earthy warmth. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good; most pick winter and fall, with summer far behind. It is worn for evenings, leisure and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine, with a classic feel. Xerjoff Luxor and David Jourquin Cuir Tabac have a close profile.

Santal Blond

7.4

Atelier Materi · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Atelier Materi Santal Blond is a unisex fragrance built around sandalwood, jasmine and tonka bean, with a fresh, sweet and woody character. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick autumn, with spring and winter close behind, and it is chosen mainly for leisure, business and evening wear. Voters split almost evenly between calling it masculine and feminine. It opens with cardamom and bergamot, a spicy freshness. In the heart, sandalwood and jasmine set a woody-floral balance with a creamy softness alongside. Tonka bean adds sweetness at the base, while Hinoki cypress and bourbon whiskey give the dry-down a woody depth. Câline Infinite Navy and Phlur Not Your Baby have a close profile.

Noir Tropical

7.4

Maria Candida Gentile · 2013

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Maria Candida Gentile Noir Tropical is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent led by bourbon whiskey, rum and vanilla. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and also suits daily wear. Voters read it as more feminine than masculine, yet it is classed as unisex. Bergamot opens briefly and brightly. In the heart, heliotrope and almond add a soft, powdery sweetness. The base of bourbon whiskey, rum and vanilla settles into a warm, spicy, smoky and woody finish, with vanilla rounding everything off. Bois 1920 La Vaniglia and Alambar have a close profile.

Après

7.4

Ellis Brooklyn · 2021

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Ellis Brooklyn Après is a unisex fragrance that sets a green, sweet character against spice, wood and a smoky, leathery edge. It opens with cardamom, juniper berry and saffron; in the heart, gaiac wood, suede, labdanum, violet, praliné and bourbon whiskey blend together. Cedarwood, patchouli, sandalwood, vanilla and musk form the base, settling the sweetness onto a woody, resinous ground. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick winter and fall, with spring well behind. It suits evenings and daily wear, and leans somewhat masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. Fragrances with a close profile include J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin Leder 6·9 and Boadicea the Victorious Rebellious.

09 Posala

7.2

Odin New York · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Odin New York 09 Posala is a sweet, floral and gourmand scent that pairs peach and pear blossom with orange blossom, star jasmine and bourbon whiskey; it has been discontinued. It opens on peach and pear blossom, then moves into orange blossom, star jasmine and bourbon whiskey. The base of benzoin, amber, perique tobacco and purple iris turns it resinous, powdery and creamy. The overall impression is fruity sweetness with a little spice behind it. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, spring and winter, with summer a distant fourth. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though leisure and daily wear get votes too. It is unisex, but more voters read it as feminine. Victoria's Secret Vanilla Amber Bourbon and Monolab White Star have a close profile.

Bonded

8.1

Rogue · 2025

Green · Spicy · Woody

Rogue Bonded is a green, spicy and smoky men's fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, while summer gets very few votes. It leans towards leisure time, evenings and nights out, and reads masculine and classic. The scent brings together oakmoss, bourbon whiskey, Vietnamese oud and tobacco. The oakmoss adds a green, earthy tone and the oud a woody, resinous weight, while the whiskey and tobacco lend a smoky, spicy warmth. Lorenzo Villoresi Patchouli (Eau de Toilette) and Hendley Perfumes Fume have a close profile.

Panda (2014)

6.8

Zoologist · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zoologist Panda opens with mandarin orange, green tea and bamboo, then moves through a floral heart into a woody base; it is unisex and has been discontinued. The top is bright with mandarin orange, Sichuan pepper, bamboo and green tea, so the citrus and green accords come through at once. In the heart, lily, osmanthus and orange blossom sweeten it. The base of bourbon whiskey, sandalwood, vetiver and moss settles it onto a woody, earthy footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits genuinely in between.

Forlorn Embers & Black Reigns

8.3

Toskovat' · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Toskovat' Forlorn Embers & Black Reigns is a sweet, smoky gourmand unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings best; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings or nights out; it reads mostly masculine, though it stays unisex. It opens with mace, bourbon whiskey, marshmallow and chocolate, a sweet, spicy gourmand layer. In the heart, ash, truffle and pine tree cone add a smoky backdrop. The base of oak, mahogany and leatherwood leaves a woody, resinous warmth. Filippo Sorcinelli Notre Dame Notte di Natale and Pineward Glühwein have a close profile.

White Hinoki

7.8

Amouroud · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Amouroud White Hinoki is a unisex fragrance that pairs citrus freshness with spice and wood, finished with a light sweetness and powder. Most voters recommend autumn and spring, and it is picked for leisure, daily wear and the office. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. It doesn't lean clearly masculine or feminine, sitting somewhere between the two. It opens with ginger, white pepper and blood orange, fresh and spicy. In the heart, labdanum, heliotrope and cinnamon soften and sweeten it. The base of hinoki wood, bourbon whiskey and tobacco leaves a warm, woody finish. Roja Parfums Burlington 1819 and Scalpers The Club have a close profile.

Island Vanilla Dunes

8.4

Khadlaj · 2025

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Khadlaj Island Vanilla Dunes is a sweet, gourmand men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings best. It opens with bergamot, vanilla, cinnamon and cardamom, a sweet spiced start. At the heart, orange blossom, bourbon whiskey and gaiac wood add a woody weight and a touch of boozy warmth. The base of musk, amber and praliné settles into a powdery, creamy sweetness. Most voters recommend fall and winter, and lean towards evenings and nights out. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. More voters find it masculine than feminine, though a fair share read it as feminine. Parfums de Marly Althaïr and French Avenue Liquid Brun have a close profile.

Van Sea

8.2

Lorenzo Pazzaglia

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lorenzo Pazzaglia Van Sea is a unisex fragrance that hides a sweet, gourmand vanilla layer beneath a fresh, aquatic surface. The top notes bring mint, yuzu, bourbon whiskey and vanilla, so a citrusy freshness comes first. In the heart, caramel, white blossoms, marine notes and myrtle liqueur turn it sweeter and creamier. The base of algae, salt, patchouli and tonka bean ties the sea air to a warm sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasions. Masculine edges slightly ahead in the character votes, with feminine and modern close behind, so it sits in between. Nejma Le Délicieux and Lorenzo Pazzaglia Van Py Rhum have a close profile.

No Remorse

7.1

Motörhead · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Motörhead No Remorse is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, citrusy opening against leather, spice and a woody body, and it leans towards daytime and cooler seasons. Most voters pick fall, then winter and spring, with summer far behind. Daily and leisure wear lead, while business and evening follow close. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters call it masculine, and some find it classic. Bergamot, pepper and grapefruit open it, giving the citrus and fresh feel. In the heart, sage, bourbon whiskey and leather add a green, leathery tone. The base of oud, oakmoss, cedarwood, alder and ash tree settles into a woody, resinous floor.

Royal Blend Bourbon

7.4

French Avenue · 2025

Green · Sweet · Synthetic

French Avenue Royal Blend Bourbon is a sweet, smoky unisex fragrance built around Madagascan cinnamon, bourbon whiskey and oak wood. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters mostly read it as masculine, though it is presented as unisex. It opens with cinnamon, mint and basil, a spicy, green start, with bark giving it a dry footing. In the heart, French lavender and bourbon whiskey bring a gourmand turn. The base of El Salvadorian peru balsam and two oak woods leaves a resinous, woody, smoky finish.

Velvet Vendetta

8.1

Sarah Baker Perfumes · 2025

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Sarah Baker Perfumes Velvet Vendetta is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, gourmand base against spice, smoke and resin. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though both ratings rest on a small number of votes. The warm, dense profile suits anyone who wants a scent that is noticed, and it leans neither masculine nor feminine. It opens with gun powder, pink pepper and nutmeg for a peppery edge, softened by dried fruits. The heart brings bourbon whiskey, vanilla and black olive. The base settles into tobacco, resins, molasses and weathered wood, leaving a creamy, smoky warmth.

Whisky, 1969

7.7

Thin Wild Mercury · 2018

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Thin Wild Mercury Whisky, 1969 is a unisex fragrance with a spicy, woody character, shaded by creamy and resinous touches. It opens with cardamom and pink pepper, and raspberry, nutmeg and ylang-ylang sit in the heart. In the base, cedarwood, bourbon whiskey and amber come forward, and the oriental, earthy side settles in as it dries down. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage good, with most voters scoring both highly, though the vote count is small. Its warm, spicy build leans neither masculine nor feminine. Tom Ford Oud Wood (Eau de Parfum) and Adopt' Oud Ambre have a close profile.

Copper Black

8.2

Kenneth Cole · 2020

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Kenneth Cole Copper Black is a spicy, smoky fragrance for men that opens with ginger, apple and mandarin orange leaf and settles into bourbon whiskey, black leather and vanilla. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling the room. It is classed as a men's fragrance. There are no season or occasion votes, so nothing can be said about when it suits best. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Essence de Parfum and Roberto Ugolini Casentino have a close profile. The top notes of ginger, apple and mandarin orange leaf give a fruity, slightly sharp start. In the heart, bourbon whiskey, cardamom and black leather bring out the spice and smoke. The base of tonka bean, gaiac wood and vanilla leaves a sweet, woody, oriental finish.

Cozy Vanilla Bourbon

8.5

Bath & Body Works · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Bath & Body Works Cozy Vanilla Bourbon is a sweet, gourmand fragrance built on vanilla liqueur, bourbon whiskey and fruits, aimed at women. The notes aren't split into top, heart and base; the scent reads as one whole from start to finish. The creamy sweetness of vanilla liqueur leads, bourbon whiskey adds a spicy, slightly smoky warmth, and the fruits soften it. A fruity, oriental gourmand character comes through. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so take that with caution. Its sweet, warm profile suits cooler days best. Two perfumes with a close profile are The Dua Brand Fireside Vanilla Bourbon and Le Monde Gourmand Miel Bourbon.

Bourbon and Oak (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

Cremo

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Toilette

Cremo Bourbon and Oak Eau de Toilette pairs bourbon whiskey with spices and oak, a sweet, spicy and woody scent made for men. The scent reads as a single whole: the soft sweetness of bourbon whiskey is sharpened by spices, while oak lays a dry, woody base underneath. The sweet accord leads, with the spicy and woody sides following close behind. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. It reads as a masculine fragrance. Cremo Bourbon & Oak (Solid Cologne) and Stefano Ricci Royal Eagle Gold have a close profile.

Mocha Magic

7.8

Dedcool · 2026

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Dedcool Mocha Magic is a unisex gourmand that opens on espresso and mocha, then turns sweeter with cream, toffee and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though with few votes these figures are only a rough guide. The sweet, creamy build suits cooler days, but there is no clear voting pattern for season or occasion. It sits evenly between masculine and feminine. Cream, espresso and mocha lead. In the heart, bourbon whiskey, cookie and toffee give it a sweet, bakery-like feel. Tonka bean, vanilla and sandalwood form the base, and the spicy and woody accords keep the sweetness in check. Casamorati Italica and Pigmentarium Erotikon have a close profile.

Vaniglia, Bourbon & Mandarino

7.6

Antica Farmacista

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Antica Farmacista Vaniglia, Bourbon & Mandarino is a feminine scent that pairs fresh mandarin orange with sweet vanilla, with a clear gourmand streak. The mandarin orange brings citrus freshness and a bright, fruity edge, while vanilla softens it with a powdery, oriental sweetness. Bourbon whiskey adds a gourmand depth to that sweetness. The scent has no top, heart and base split and reads as a single whole from start to finish. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though few people have rated it, so that picture is tentative. Its light, sweet character suits everyday wear, and no particular season or occasion stands out. Chanel Allure (Eau de Parfum) and Adessa Adél have a close profile.

Noir Porto Rico

8.4

Epicò · 2026

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Epicò Noir Porto Rico is a unisex scent that balances a sweet, gourmand character with smoky, spicy and woody tones. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good, though the vote count is small, so this is an early impression. As a unisex fragrance it reads neither distinctly masculine nor feminine. Nectarine, bourbon whiskey and sugar cane make up a sweet, fruity opening. At the heart, dried fruits, Cuban tobacco, rum and cognac come forward, with oak wood and spices adding a smoky frame. Vanilla, honey and cedarwood settle into a creamy, resinous warmth at the base.

New Orleans Jazz & Booze

7.3

City Rhythm · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

City Rhythm New Orleans Jazz & Booze is a unisex fragrance that sets a fruity, gourmand sweetness over a smoky, animalic base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong, so it stays on skin for a long time and carries well around the wearer. Only a few people have rated it, so these figures are a tendency rather than a firm verdict. The top notes of raspberry, black cherry and bergamot give it a fruity start. In the heart, hazelnut, praliné and tonka bean keep the sweetness going, while tobacco and pepper add a dry edge. The base leans on bourbon whiskey, vanilla, amber and vetiver, and it settles into a smoky, warm finish.