The Perfume Library

Angels' Share (Eau de Parfum)

8.7

Kilian · 2020

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Kilian Angels' Share Eau de Parfum is a sweet, gourmand and spicy unisex scent led by cognac, cinnamon and vanilla. It opens on cognac, then oak wood absolute, cinnamon and tonka bean absolute turn it warm and spicy. The base of vanilla, praliné and sandalwood leaves a creamy, sweet woodiness. Longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is favoured for evenings and nights out. It sits between masculine and feminine. Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic and Parfums d'Elmar Zaya have a close profile.

Bitter Peach (Eau de Parfum)

7.4

Tom Ford · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford Bitter Peach Eau de Parfum is a unisex fruity-gourmand that opens on wild peach, cardamom and Sicilian blood orange and settles into sweet vanilla and benzoin. The opening pairs cardamom and blood orange with the peach, giving it a lightly spiced, fresh frame. In the heart, heliotrope, jasmine, rum and cognac add a floral, boozy warmth. The base of vanilla, benzoin, tonka bean and sandalwood is creamy and sweet, while patchouli stays in the background and softens that sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, night out and daily wear lead the occasions. Most voters read it as feminine, though a sizable share finds it masculine.

Enigma pour Homme / Creation-E pour Homme (Parfum)

8.7

Roja Parfums · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Roja Parfums Enigma pour Homme / Creation-E pour Homme is a masculine oriental that sets a floral heart over a sweet, spicy, smoky base, leaning towards fall and winter evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, evenings and nights out lead the occasions, and summer is rarely chosen. Many see it as masculine and classic. Bergamot opens lightly, then jasmine, neroli, May rose and heliotrope form a floral heart. The base turns sweet and gourmand with patchouli, tobacco, cognac and vanilla, while pepper, ginger and cardamom add spice, and sandalwood and benzoin bring a woody, resinous depth. Roja Parfums Enigma Parfum Cologne and Monkoku Sultans Ritual have a close profile.

Zaya

8.8

Parfums d'Elmar · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Parfums d'Elmar Zaya is a warm, sweet, gourmand unisex scent where honey, cognac and cinnamon run together. It opens with honey, apple, nutmeg, bergamot and cognac, so fruity sweetness and spice arrive side by side. In the heart, amber, oak wood absolute, cinnamon and date come forward. The base of vanilla, praliné, Siam benzoin and sandalwood settles it into something creamy and woody. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is favoured for evenings and nights out. It leans slightly masculine in the votes, but a good share also call it feminine, which fits its unisex label. Kilian Angels' Share and Lattafa Khamrah have a close profile.

Narcotic Delight

7.9

Initio · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Initio Narcotic Delight is a unisex scent where fruity cherry sweetness meets the smoky warmth of tobacco and cognac, with a strong gourmand streak. Cherry and vanilla give it a creamy, sugary body. Cognac and tobacco pull that toward a smoky, woody tone, while black pepper and pink pepper add spice to temper the sweetness and hedione lifts the blend slightly. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. More voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Initio Side Effect and Parfums de Marly Herod have a close profile.

Overture Man

8.1

Amouage · 2019

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Amouage Overture Man is a sweet, spicy and smoky men's fragrance that leans towards fall and winter evenings. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evenings and nights out suit it best; summer is rarely chosen. It reads as masculine and classic. It opens with cumin, saffron, nutmeg and cardamom, softened by cognac and grapefruit. In the heart, myrrh, cinnamon and benzoin add a sweet, resinous warmth. Smoked leather, sandalwood and frankincense leave a smoky, woody, animalic trail at the base.

Angels' Share on the Rocks

8.5

Kilian · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Kilian Angels' Share on the Rocks is a unisex fragrance that pairs fresh citrus with a gourmand sweetness, deepened by spice and wood. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter close behind and summer last. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out; more voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. It opens with an ice accord, aldehydes, bergamot, grapefruit, bitter orange and lemon for a crisp citrus start. In the heart, myrrh, cognac, tonka bean, cinnamon and amber turn it sweet, creamy and spicy. Oak wood absolute leaves a woody base.

Angels' Share Paradis

8.4

Kilian · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Kilian Angels' Share Paradis is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance that suits evenings and nights out, leaning towards winter and autumn. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick winter and autumn, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it reads as properly unisex. Fruity, sweet and gourmand accords dominate. Cognac, cinnamon and raspberry liqueur give a warm, boozy feel, Bulgarian rose softens it, and oak, tonka bean absolute and Indian sandalwood add a woody, oriental base. Kilian Angels' Share (Eau de Parfum) and The Dua Brand Angelic Elixir have a close profile.

French Defense

8.1

Mind Games · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Mind Games French Defense is a sweet, floral and spicy unisex scent that leads with black cherry, cognac and saffron. Black cherry and cognac give it a fruity, gourmand sweetness. Saffron and patchouli add a spicy warmth, while rose absolute, mimosa and chamomile build the floral side. Amber settles everything onto a resinous, creamy base, and cedarwood and blond woods give it a woody frame. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, then spring, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Votes for masculine and feminine are almost level, so it reads as truly unisex. Memoize Caritas and Jeroboam Gozo have a close profile.

Cherry X

7.3

Kai Porten Parfums Privés · 2024

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Kai Porten Parfums Privés Cherry X opens with black cherry, saffron and raspberry and deepens into oud, vanilla and amber: a sweet, spicy, smoky unisex scent. In the top, black cherry and raspberry give a fruity sweetness, while saffron and pink pepper sharpen it with spice. The heart is led by cinnamon, nutmeg and rose, softened by sandalwood and bitter almond. The base lays down a woody, smoky floor of oud, frankincense and patchouli, with vanilla and tonka bean absolute sweetening the gourmand side. Voters find both longevity and sillage good. Most pick fall and winter, and very few choose summer. It leans towards evenings and nights out. It doesn't settle clearly as masculine or feminine and reads both ways. French Avenue Cocoa Morado and Mancera Intense Red Tobacco have a close profile.

Laudano Nero

7.8

Tiziana Terenzi · 2014

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Tiziana Terenzi Laudano Nero is a sweet, woody and smoky unisex fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings. Cognac, absinth, Latakia tobacco and rosemary lead the opening, while cedarwood, frankincense, vanilla and oud build a warm, resinous base. The sweetness never turns light: spice and earth weigh it down, and smoke and resin give it a dark edge. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out rather than the office. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is presented as unisex. Tom Ford Oud Wood and Amouage Fate Man have a close profile.

Bodacious

8.5

Boadicea the Victorious · 2021

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Boadicea the Victorious Bodacious is a unisex perfume with a fruity, sweet and gourmand character, deepened by spice and a woody base. It opens with clove, cherry, cognac, almond and pepper, where the fruit's sweetness is checked by spice. In the heart, heliotrope, jasmine sambac and Moroccan rose pull it towards a floral, creamy side. Vanilla, tonka bean, amber and tobacco keep the sweetness going in the base, while vetiver and sandalwood lay a woody floor beneath them. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters recommend autumn and winter; it suits evenings and nights out, and is rarely chosen for the office. Some voters read it as feminine, others as masculine. Ahmed Al Maghribi Royal Cherry and Van Cleef & Arpels Moonlight Cherry have a close profile.

Ombre Noire

8.2

Lalique · 2017

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Lalique Ombre Noire is a spicy, woody men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall and winter for it, and it is worn mostly for evenings and nights out. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. It reads mainly as masculine and classic. Fig leaf, Italian bergamot and peppermint give it a fresh start. Frankincense, papyrus, cinnamon and tobacco follow, and a smoky, resinous, earthy character takes over. Myrrh, tonka bean, cedarwood and cognac then settle it into a sweet, woody finish. Molton Brown Bizarre Brandy and Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Elixir have a close profile.

Drunk Lovers

8.1

Borntostandout · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

Borntostandout Drunk Lovers is a unisex fragrance that sets a fruity, sweet opening on a spicy, woody base, and it suits fall and winter evenings best. Most voters find both its longevity and its sillage good. Fall and winter lead, with spring not far behind, and night outings and evenings are the most voted occasions. Masculine and feminine votes run close, so it sits comfortably on either side. It opens with red berries, bergamot, lemon and grapefruit, a bright mix of fruit and citrus. In the heart, ginger, pepper and cognac add spice and warmth. The base carries sweetness through vanilla orchid, benzoin and amber, while vetiver and patchouli give it a woody depth. A synthetic sheen runs through the accords. Rabanne Phantom Parfum and Nicheend Space have a close profile.

Korrigan

7.3

Lubin · 2012

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Lubin Korrigan is a unisex scent that is sweet, spicy and smoky, with leathery, woody depths sitting beneath a warm, gourmand sweetness. Most voters choose fall and winter, while spring and summer come well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and is also worn for leisure. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes split almost evenly between masculine and feminine. It opens with cognac, saffron and juniper berry. Whisky, lavender and ambrette form the heart, and oud, cedar, leather, vetiver and musk settle at the base. A creamy, resinous sweetness softens the spice, while smoke and leather weigh more in the base. Farmacia SS. Annunziata Whisky Nobile and Parfums de Marly Haltane have a close profile.

Kismet Magic

8.3

Maison Alhambra

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic is a sweet, gourmand unisex oriental with a warm spicy and woody core, best suited to cold-season evenings. It opens with cognac, then moves into cinnamon, tonka bean and oak in the heart. Vanilla, praliné and sandalwood in the base soften it, leaving a sugary, spiced and woody warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is favoured for evenings and nights out. It leans somewhat masculine, though many voters read it as feminine. Fragrance World Cocktail Intense and The Dua Brand Angelic Elixir have a close profile.

Royal Blend Séquoia

8.5

French Avenue · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

French Avenue Royal Blend Séquoia is a unisex scent for autumn and winter evenings, leaning sweet and gourmand. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and night out and evening are the occasions that lead. Feminine, masculine and modern votes sit very close together, so it doesn't lean to one gender. The top notes are liqueur, raspberry and cognac, so a fruity sweetness comes first. Moss and rose join in the heart. In the base, oak, praliné and sandalwood settle it into a creamy, woody, spicy warmth. Niche 4 All Hazel Cognac and Kilian Angels' Share (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Note Vanillée (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

M. Micallef · 2007

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

M. Micallef Note Vanillée Eau de Parfum is a creamy, sweet gourmand that opens with citrus and leans feminine, suiting fall and winter evenings. The top notes are citrus fruits and mandarin orange, and jasmine in the heart adds a soft floral touch. The base is led by Bourbon vanilla, rum and cognac, wrapped in a powdery, oriental warmth from sandalwood and amber. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening, leisure and night out are the leading occasions. Most voters read it as feminine. Boucheron Vanille de Zanzibar and The Dua Brand Booze & Vanille have a close profile.

Royal Blend

8.6

French Avenue · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

French Avenue Royal Blend is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance that sets cognac, cinnamon and plum against a warm base of vanilla, tonka bean and sandalwood. It lasts strongly and projects well. Most voters pick winter and fall, and evening and night out are the occasions it suits best. More voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. It opens with cognac, cinnamon and plum, which give a fruity sweetness and a touch of spice. In the heart, iris and myrrh soften that sweetness. It dries down to a creamy, woody, gourmand base of tonka bean, vanilla and sandalwood. Orientica Old Fashioned and Kilian Angels' Share (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Champaca Absolute

7.6

Tom Ford · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Green

Tom Ford Champaca Absolute sets champaca, jasmine and orchid over a sweet, creamy base of vanilla and marron glacé; it is a unisex scent that has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, then autumn, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure time. Most voters read it as feminine, yet it is presented as unisex. It opens with Tokaji wine, cognac and bergamot, with davana and green notes keeping it fresh. The heart of broom, jasmine, orchid, champaca and violet is floral and slightly powdery. In the base, vanilla, marron glacé, sandalwood and amber sweeten it and settle into a woody warmth. The Dua Brand Fondré Noir and Ormonde Jayne Ta'if have a close profile.

Enigma Parfum Cologne

8.4

Roja Parfums · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roja Parfums Enigma Parfum Cologne is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh opening of bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon with a floral heart and a sweet base of cognac, tobacco and vanilla; it has been discontinued. It wears strong, with good sillage. Most voters pick autumn and winter, spring follows, and summer gets few votes. Night out and evening are the favoured settings, with daily wear and business trailing. Most voters read it as masculine, while others call it classic or modern. Citrus opens fresh, then neroli, geranium, May rose, Grasse jasmine and heliotrope form a floral heart. The base brings ambergris, pepper, tobacco, sandalwood, benzoin and cardamom, a sweet, spicy, woody warmth, with patchouli, cognac, vanilla and ginger adding a powdery, creamy softness.

Heaven's Reserve

8.1

House of Thêom · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

House of Thêom Heaven's Reserve is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that most voters place in winter and fall evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and the office is the least-picked setting. Votes for feminine and masculine character are almost level, so it doesn't lean clearly to either side. It opens with walnut, cinnamon and plum, fruity and spiced. Rum, tobacco and cognac in the heart warm it up. Tonka bean, Bourbon vanilla and labdanum absolute leave a sweet, creamy, gourmand base.

Mystic Dream

8.4

Lou de Pre · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Lou de Pre Mystic Dream is a sweet, gourmand fragrance led by cognac, cocoa, praliné and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure. It is described as feminine, yet a fair share of voters find it masculine, so the gender line is loose. It opens with orange, cognac and apple for a fruity lift. In the heart, cinnamon, cocoa, tobacco and brown sugar bring a warm, spiced sweetness. The base of praliné, vanilla and tonka bean turns creamy and gourmand, while sandalwood and amber keep it woody and oriental. Parfums d'Elmar Zaya and Kilian Angels' Share (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Rive d'Ambre

7.7

Tom Ford · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tom Ford Rive d'Ambre is a unisex scent where citrus and green notes meet a sweet, resinous warmth; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most voted occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it reads as suited to either. Bergamot, lemon and bitter orange give it a lively citrus start, and tarragon and spearmint add a herbal freshness. Cardamom brings a light touch of spice. Amber, benzoin and tolu balm bring a sweet, resinous warmth, softened by cognac and pear tree wood.