The Perfume Library

Orquidea

7.6

Daniel Josier

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Daniel Josier Orquidea is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that pairs black orchid, ylang-ylang and French jasmine with vanilla, dark chocolate and amber; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though few people have rated it, so those verdicts are tentative. It reads unisex, and its dense, sweet build sits more comfortably in cooler weather. It opens with blackcurrant, black truffle and citrus notes alongside the florals. Spices and black orchid lead the heart. The base carries the sweetness through vanilla, dark chocolate and amber, while patchouli, vetiver and frankincense add a woody, resinous, slightly smoky depth.

Captured in Amber

7.6

En Voyage Perfumes · 2014

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

En Voyage Perfumes Captured in Amber is a unisex scent built on a sweet, resinous and smoky amber, with a gourmand, oriental character. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a first impression. It suits anyone after a warm, dense scent that doesn't lean masculine or feminine. Taken as a whole, spices, benzoin, patchouli and tonka bean lead, with dark chocolate and vanilla adding sweetness. Peru balsam and labdanum settle it into a soft, creamy base, while frankincense and myrrh bring a resinous, smoky depth and ambergris stays in the background.

Crime

7.8

Franck Boclet · 2018

Sweet · Gourmand · Woody

Franck Boclet Crime is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, gourmand character against a woody, smoky and leathery base. It opens with dark chocolate and bread; heading into the heart, tonka bean, oud, leather and heliotrope take over. The base holds oud, sandalwood, cedar and amber, so the sweetness settles into an earthy, animal warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is strong on the skin without filling the room, though the vote count is small. Its profile sits comfortably on both men and women. Parfums de Marly Kuhuyan and Tom Ford Tobacco Oud Intense have a close profile.

Capulus

8.6

Amaro · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Amaro Capulus is a sweet, gourmand and oriental unisex scent in which dark chocolate, coffee and spice come forward. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as very strong, though the sample is small, so this is only a rough guide. Even so, it appears to be a dense scent that stays noticeable for a long time. It is described as unisex. It opens with dark chocolate, saffron and coffee. In the heart, cocoa, Mexican chocolate, ginger and chili cut the chocolate with spice. The base of Tolu balm, dark woods and amber settles into a resinous, woody warmth. Birkholz Berlin Fever and Alghabra Eye of Seven Hills have a close profile.

Orange Chocolate Ganache

7.7

Ganache Parfums

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Ganache Parfums Orange Chocolate Ganache is a fruity unisex scent that sets bright citrus against the sweet, gourmand warmth of chocolate; it has been discontinued. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. It is unisex and sits comfortably on either women or men. Tangerine and blood orange give the scent its juicy, bright side. Dark chocolate sweetens and softens the citrus, while orange blossom adds a light floral touch. Citrus, fruity, sweet and gourmand accords read together as one whole.

Mexican Tobacco

8.8

Ibraheem Al.Qurashi · 2023

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Ibraheem Al.Qurashi Mexican Tobacco is a sweet, smoky unisex fragrance built around dark chocolate, cedarwood and Mexican tobacco. Mexican Tobacco is rated strong for both longevity and sillage, and most voters score its staying power high. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Being unisex, it suits men and women alike. It opens with dark chocolate and cedarwood, a sweet and woody start. Lilac and cinnamon form the heart, with the cinnamon bringing out the spicy side. Rose, amber and Mexican tobacco sit in the base, settling into a resinous, smoky, oriental character. Lattafa Opulent Oud and Andrée Putman Tan d'Epices have a close profile.

DevilScent #1

8.3

Neil Morris Fragrances · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Neil Morris Fragrances DevilScent #1 is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, sweet side with a heavy, animalic, smoky and leathery undertone. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of ratings is small, so those figures are only a rough guide. With no season or occasion votes, all that can be said is that it reads as unisex. Cinnamon, dark chocolate and satsuma give it a sweet, spicy face. Narcissus and boronia carry the floral side, while birch tar, civet and oud add a dark, smoky, animalic weight. Labdanum and elemi resin build a resinous, earthy base underneath.

Patchouli Noir (2021)

6.4

Aaron Terence Hughes · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Aaron Terence Hughes Patchouli Noir is a unisex scent that moves from a fresh citrus opening into a sweet, gourmand and spicy character, with patchouli adding woody, earthy depth; it has been discontinued. Bergamot gives a bright citrus start, followed by a spicy heart of cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger, softened by coconut and woods. The base turns gourmand with dark chocolate, bourbon vanilla, rum and almond, while patchouli and tonka bean ground it in something earthy and creamy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the small number of ratings makes these figures only a rough guide. It suits anyone who likes sweet, spiced fragrances regardless of gender. Aaron Terence Hughes Alpha Man and Montana Montana Initial have a close profile.

Tartness of Vanilla

8.1

The Dua Brand · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Dua Brand Tartness of Vanilla is a unisex gourmand that pairs Bourbon vanilla, cocoa and orange zest, with a fresh, citrusy edge. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, though only a few people have voted, so those ratings are tentative. It suits both men and women and holds a steady presence in everyday wear. The notes read as one piece rather than in stages: vanilla, dark chocolate and cocoa form a sweet core, while orange zest and lemon cake brighten it with citrus. Orchid and Turkish rose add a soft floral note, and praliné, bitter almond and white musk round it off with a bakery-like, powdery warmth.

Dark Moon

8.0

DSH Perfumes · 2016

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

DSH Perfumes Dark Moon is a unisex scent with a sweet, gourmand and spicy character, deepened by woody and smoky tones. The top opens with black pepper, nutmeg and bergamot, warmed by wine and cognac. In the heart, beeswax, Bulgarian rose otto and sandalwood come forward, while Madeira wine softens the floral and woody texture. The base of myrrh, cocoa, dark chocolate and vanilla absolute leaves a sweet, resinous and slightly animalic trail. It settles into a dark balance between sharp spice and creamy chocolate.

Cupid's Lust

7.9

The Dua Brand · 2017

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

The Dua Brand Cupid's Lust is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent led by cognac, dark chocolate and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong, with most voters scoring them high, though the number of votes is small, so take it as a first impression. It sits comfortably on men and women alike and is a heavy, full-bodied scent. Cognac, cocoa, plum, dark chocolate, wild honey and tonka bean build a dense, creamy sweetness, which vanilla softens. A spicy tone follows in the background, along with a synthetic sheen. Maison Mataha Café des Délices and Theodoros Kalotinis Velvet Chocolate have a close profile.

Fleur de Chocolat (2008)

7.3

Molinard · 2008

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Molinard Fleur de Chocolat (2008) is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance with a floral touch, built around chocolate and leaving a warm, powdery impression. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. It is designed as a women's fragrance and has been discontinued. Chocolate, dark chocolate and cocoa lead, while caramel and vanilla add sweetness and tonka bean and musk form a soft, powdery base. Mandarin orange and blackcurrant lift the sweetness slightly, frangipani carries the floral side, and sandalwood adds a warm woody note. Coppeneur Eau de Cacao and Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli I Love Her have a close profile.

I love the Moon / Moon

7.7

Wellments

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Wellments I love the Moon / Moon is a sweet, gourmand and spicy scent with a warm, soft character, aimed at women. The notes have no top, heart and base split, so the scent reads as a whole. Cinnamon and cardamom give a spicy warmth, while dark chocolate and vanilla set it on a sweet, gourmand footing. Alongside the sweetness, the accords include woody, resinous and earthy tones with a light smokiness, which keeps it from turning too sugary. Oriental and fougère accords frame it with a balanced, grown-up shape. Akro Dark and Unic Collection Vanille - Hot Vanilla have a close profile.

Cacao Ceremony

7.2

Gather Perfume · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Gather Perfume Cacao Ceremony is a women's fragrance built around dark chocolate, vanilla and oud, pairing a sweet side with a smoky one; it has been discontinued. The scent blends floral, gourmand and woody accords. Dark chocolate and vanilla carry the sweetness, while wild rose and ylang-ylang add a soft floral touch. Palo Santo, frankincense and oud lay down a resinous, smoky base, and oakmoss with cedar firm it up with an earthy, woody tone. Its sillage is rated good, though that view rests on only a handful of votes. With its spicy, resinous character, it suits those who prefer smoky, weighty scents over purely sweet ones. Penhaligon's The Bewitching Yasmine and Lattafa Raghba Wood Intense have a close profile.

Marcello

8.5

Pryn Parfum · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Pryn Parfum Marcello is a unisex scent built around oakmoss, cognac, leather and cigar, with a sweet, woody, leathery character; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin for a long time rather than filling a room. With few votes behind these ratings, they give only a rough idea. It sits comfortably on both men and women. The notes read as a single whole: the warm sweetness of cognac and brandy, the gourmand side of dried fruits and dark chocolate, and beneath them the dry, leathery tone of oakmoss, leather and cigar. Frankincense adds resin, and bergamot brings a fresh contrast. Azman Killer Vavoom and Superdry Double Dry have a close profile.

Manpower

6.4

Wolkenseifen

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Wolkenseifen Manpower Eau de Parfum is a men's scent that pairs fresh citrus with a gourmand sweetness. Grapefruit and lime give it a bright opening, with blue agave in the heart. The base of dark chocolate, amber, vetiver and cinnamon builds a sweet, spicy, earthy foundation, and woody and synthetic tones run through the accords. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes spread almost evenly across all four seasons, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most picked occasions. Carolina Herrera Bad Boy (Eau de Toilette) and Cuba Cuba Gold (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Bal Baroque

7.3

Olentium

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Olentium Bal Baroque is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that sets damask rose, saffron and dark chocolate against a dark base of oud and patchouli. The overall feel is gourmand and oriental: dark chocolate, rum and vanilla bring the sweetness, while raspberry adds a faint fruity edge. Damask rose and saffron give a floral, spicy warmth. Oak wood, oud, patchouli and tobacco add a smoky, resinous, leathery depth, with black frankincense reinforcing the resin. Powdery and creamy tones soften the heavier materials, and a faint animal trace stays in the background.

Chocolate Crush

8.0

ASMR Fragrances · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

ASMR Fragrances Chocolate Crush is a unisex gourmand built around dark chocolate and praliné, sweet and creamy with a nutty heart. Longevity is rated weak and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. The number of votes is small, which makes this a first impression more than a firm verdict. It reads as unisex. Dark chocolate and praliné open it; the heart brings macadamia, malt cocoa, hazelnut, peanut and other nuts. Toasted vanilla in the base softens everything and deepens the creamy sweetness, while the spicy accord adds a little warmth to the nutty texture. Jousset Parfums Le Gourmand and Gleam Gelatino have a close profile.

Criollo

7.0

Siam 1928 · 2024

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Siam 1928 Criollo is a unisex fragrance where coffee and dark chocolate meet in a sweet, gourmand frame with an earthy undertone. It opens with coffee and plum, dark and fruity at once. In the heart, jasmine, dark chocolate and raspberry take over; the chocolate leads while the raspberry lifts the sweetness a little. Tonka bean and honey soften the base, and patchouli adds an earthy depth. The synthetic accord gives the gourmand feel a smooth, polished finish. Omerta Golden Challenge Ladies World and Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal by Night have a close profile.

Odile

7.5

Gumamina · 2023

Citrus · Leathery

Gumamina Odile is a citrusy, leathery unisex scent built around star anise, suede and blood orange. The notes aren't split into top, heart and base; the scent reads as one whole from start to finish. Blood orange brings a bright citrus edge, while star anise adds a spiced note to it. Suede and rubber lay down a slightly hard leathery base, which dark chocolate deepens and softens, and musk keeps everything smooth against the skin. The result is a mix that is fruity and leathery at once, and a little out of the ordinary. In notes and accords it has a profile close to Stetson Stetson Untamed and Fine-Tuned Fragrance Electric Boogie.

Tiba / طيبة

8.2

Nilafar du Nil · 2022

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Nilafar du Nil Tiba / طيبة is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance, oriental in style, with woody, powdery and animalic shades that give it weight. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, at 8.6 and 8.5 out of ten, though only a few people have voted so far. Its dense, warm build points towards cooler weather, and it reads equally well on men and women. The top opens with clove, saffron, nutmeg and lemon, softened by a creamy touch. The heart brings pimento, dark chocolate, red wine and damask rose. Sandalwood, suede, amber and tobacco settle in the base. Blend Oud Santal Pondicherry and Narciso Rodriguez For Her L'Absolu have a close profile.

Black Forest (Perfume)

7.5

Solstice Scents · 2012

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Solstice Scents Black Forest is a unisex perfume with a fruity, sweet gourmand character resting on a woody, earthy ground. The scent reads as a whole: black cherry and maraschino cherry bring a sweet, fruity front, while dark chocolate, cocoa absolute and cream turn it into something like a creamy dessert. Pink pepper adds a light spicy edge. Underneath, sandalwood, oud, nagarmotha, hay absolute and tobacco absolute give a woody, earthy and slightly dry base that keeps the sugary side from becoming heavy.

Orchidea Reale

8.2

Pineider · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Pineider Orchidea Reale is a fresh, floral women's fragrance whose fruity sweetness is softened by a creamy, gourmand texture; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable close by without filling a room. Most voters pick it for daily wear and the office, with leisure and evening further behind. It opens with bergamot and blackcurrant alongside nuts. The heart gathers white truffle, ylang-ylang, jasmine sambac, lotus and lily into a floral whole. The base brings dark chocolate and vanilla for sweetness, while patchouli, sandalwood and vetiver ground it in earthy, woody depth.

Cuor di Cioccolato

6.5

Federico Cantelli · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Federico Cantelli Cuor di Cioccolato is a sweet, gourmand unisex fragrance built around glazed almond, dark chocolate and vanilla. It opens with glazed almond, caramel and cocoa powder, a sweet and dense start. In the heart, vanilla cream and dark chocolate come forward while the almond lingers behind them. The base holds dark chocolate and vanilla. Overall it reads creamy, lightly spicy and sweet from start to finish. Theodoros Kalotinis Coffee Addict and Karzaz French Macaron have a close profile.