The Perfume Library

Café Tuberosa

7.4

Atelier Cologne · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Atelier Cologne Café Tuberosa is a floral, gourmand unisex scent in which creamy tuberose is softened by espresso and cocoa. Café Tuberosa lasts well and projects at a moderate level, so it stays close rather than filling the room. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It is worn for leisure, evenings and nights out; voters read it as feminine more often than masculine, though a fair share see it as masculine. It opens with cardamom, mandarin and bergamot, giving a spicy brightness. In the heart, espresso, tuberose and Damask rose absolute lead, with the floral side staying creamy and sweet. The base of cocoa absolute, patchouli and Bourbon vanilla closes it with gourmand warmth. Yves Saint Laurent Libre Vanille Couture and Parfums d'Elmar Kaya have a close profile.

So New York

7.0

Bond No. 9 · 2003

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Bond No. 9 So New York is a floral, sweet women's scent that suits the milder seasons and leisure or evening plans, with a fresh side and a gourmand one sitting together. It opens fruity and fresh with osmanthus, mirabelle plum and bergamot. In the heart, peony and lily of the valley carry the floral side, while espresso, milk and patchouli add a gourmand, spicy depth. The base of cocoa powder, tonka bean and precious woods settles into a sweet, woody, powdery finish. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though some also find a masculine side. Roads Neon and Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani Night for Her have a close profile.

Burning Ben

7.7

Strangers Parfumerie · 2018

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Strangers Parfumerie Burning Ben is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, gourmand core against smoky, leathery and resinous tones; it has been discontinued. Cherry, plum and dark chocolate carry the sweetness, with espresso and hazelnut deepening the gourmand side. Tar, leather, tobacco and burnt rubber push against it with a smoky, hard edge. Amber, labdanum and frankincense bring resinous warmth, while patchouli and hay absolute add an earthy base. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out. It reads more masculine to many voters, though classic and modern votes also appear. Amouage Interlude Man and Naomi Goodsir Cuir Velours share a close profile.

Café V

7.5

Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes · 2013

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes Café V is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that pairs espresso, cocoa and spice, best suited to fall and winter days. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasions. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it doesn't lean firmly to either side. As a whole it carries the warmth of espresso and cocoa, softened by cream and vanilla. Cardamom and masala chai add a spicy edge, while leather and woody notes give it a smoky, resinous depth. The overall impression is creamy, sweet and slightly earthy.

Prerogative (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Britney Spears · 2018

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

Britney Spears Prerogative Eau de Parfum pairs goji berry, apricot nectar and saffron in a sweet, fruity and spicy scent. Prerogative has moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it suits daytime wear as well as evenings out. Most voters read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. It opens with goji berry, apricot nectar and pink pepper, fruity with a slight bite. In the heart, latex, red calla and espresso add a gourmand, slightly synthetic note. The base of sandalwood, saffron and amber settles into a creamy, woody, oriental warmth.

Tiramisu

8.6

Theodoros Kalotinis · 2025

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Theodoros Kalotinis Tiramisu turns the dessert into a fragrance: Marsala wine, mascarpone, cocoa and espresso, rounded off with vanilla, make a sweet, creamy gourmand scent. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it leans towards leisure time and evenings. Although it is unisex, voters read it as more feminine and modern. The scent is best taken as a whole: the sweet, gourmand side dominates. Mascarpone and sugar bring creaminess, cocoa and biscuit add richness, while espresso and Marsala wine temper the sweetness with a spicy, powdery edge. Arte Profumi Biscuit / Bisquit and En Voyage Perfumes Café Cacao have a close profile.

Signature (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Kenneth Cole · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Kenneth Cole Signature Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance with floral and green touches, and it has been discontinued. It opens with grapefruit, cardamom, pimento and violet, so the citrus freshness meets a little spice. In the heart, water lily, marine notes and orris root lead, with espresso staying in the background. The base of amber, gaiac wood, papyrus and patchouli adds a woody, earthy footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer close behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and it is made for men.

Espresso Royale

7.8

Sebastiane · 2012

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Sebastiane Espresso Royale is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that leans towards autumn and winter evenings. Most voters wear it in fall and winter, in the evening or on a night out, and some pick it for leisure time. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine, so it doesn't lean on either. The notes are espresso, caramel, hazelnut, rum and tonka bean, and they read together: espresso and hazelnut set the gourmand tone, caramel and tonka bean sweeten it, and rum adds warmth. Alongside the sweetness, spicy, woody, resinous and smoky accords sit in the background.

Café Affogato

6.7

Jousset Parfums · 2024

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Jousset Parfums Café Affogato is a sweet, creamy gourmand unisex scent that pairs hot coffee with cold vanilla ice cream. Voters find its longevity and sillage good, though the vote counts are small, so those impressions are still settling. It reads comfortably on both men and women. It opens on Bourbon vanilla and espresso. In the heart, vanilla ice cream and roasted coffee run together, and cream and dark chocolate soften the base. The accords are sweet, gourmand and creamy, with a spicy touch and a synthetic edge. Close in profile are The Dua Brand Gelato Espresso and Demeter Fragrance Library Dark Chocolate (Cologne).

San Clemente

7.7

Strangers Parfumerie · 2018

Fruity · Spicy · Woody

Strangers Parfumerie San Clemente is a smoky, earthy unisex scent built around cherry, oakmoss and leather; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage both rate as good, and most voters score the staying power high, though the vote count is small, so this is only a rough guide. It doesn't lean toward either gender and can be worn by men and women alike. Cherry, apricot, pomegranate and mandarin orange give a fruity top layer over a dry, animal ground of oakmoss, soil, leather and tobacco. Frankincense and embers add a resinous, smoky warmth, while espresso and rose soften the harder edges.

Blackstrap Betty (Extrait de Parfum)

8.0

One Way Bridge Perfumes

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Extrait de Parfum

One Way Bridge Perfumes Blackstrap Betty Extrait de Parfum is a sweet, spicy unisex gourmand built around molasses, cinnamon and clove. Molasses and butter give it a creamy, sugary body, while cinnamon and clove sharpen it with spice. Espresso adds a roasted, slightly bitter edge. Patchouli and silver birch leave a smoky, resinous depth in the background, and musk softens the whole. Its longevity and sillage are rated good by those who voted, though the sample is small. The dense, sweet build sits more naturally in cooler weather, and it reads equally well on men and women. Lush Yog Nog and Arabian Oud Tarteel Gold have a close profile.

Joe

7.2

Ganache Parfums · 2017

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Ganache Parfums Joe is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built around coffee, espresso and vanilla. Coffee, coffee absolute and espresso lead, sweetened by maple sugar and vanilla, while amber and sandalwood form a warm, woody base underneath. It reads sweet and creamy, with spicy and smoky touches staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though few have voted. Most voters place it in leisure and daytime wear, with some choosing evening and night out. It has been discontinued. Kerosene Followed and Theodoros Kalotinis Coffee Addict have a close profile.

Origins of the Collector

8.3

Memoirs of a Perfume Collector · 2022

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Memoirs of a Perfume Collector Origins of the Collector is a unisex woody, spicy scent built on caramel, espresso and patchouli at its heart, softened by amber and vanilla. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. It is described as unisex. Frankincense sits on top, with caramel, espresso and patchouli in the heart. In the base, amber, vanilla, ambrette, Peru balsam and musk sweeten and soften the whole. The overall feel is spicy, resinous and earthy, with a smoky edge. Etro Patchouly (Eau de Toilette) and Profumum Roma Patchouly have a close profile.

Cheat Day

7.2

Ganache Parfums · 2016

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Ganache Parfums Cheat Day is a unisex gourmand with a fruity edge, built around waffle cone, dark chocolate and espresso; it has been discontinued. The first impression is sweet: waffle cone and dark chocolate set the dessert tone, while espresso adds a bitter depth. Vanilla and strawberry soften it and bring a fruity note, and white musk wraps everything lightly. The accords also include synthetic and spicy sides. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though only a small number of votes stand behind that. Most voters suggest leisure and daily wear, with some picking night out and business too. It reads unisex, and Ganache Parfums Sweet Sticky Things and Avapari Mon Rubis have a close profile.

Iris Macchiato

8.6

Auphorie · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Auphorie Iris Macchiato is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that sets powdery iris and espresso over creamy vanilla and a woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick it for leisure, nights out and evenings, with fewer choosing it for daytime or the office. Iris and espresso lead the top. In the heart, iris, tonka bean and vanilla sweeten and soften the scent. The base of patchouli, benzoin, sandalwood and musk puts an earthy, slightly animal depth under the powdery, creamy character, while the spicy and oriental touches stay in the background.

Heart of Darkness

8.5

Providence Perfume · 2016

Green · Sweet · Gourmand

Providence Perfume Heart of Darkness is a green, sweet and woody men's fragrance built around oakmoss, cistus and coffee. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters place it in the evening, leisure and daily wear, with night-out use close behind. It is classed as masculine. The notes read as a single whole: oakmoss and tree moss lay down a green, earthy base, while coffee and espresso add a gourmand sweetness. Nutmeg brings spice, frankincense resin and tonka bean softness, and cedarwood, vetiver and lavender fill out the fougère character, with a smoky tone running through it. Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Pour Homme and Jaguar Signature of Excellence have a close profile.

Double Espresso

7.9

Fragrance World · 2024

Gourmand · Spicy · Woody

Fragrance World Double Espresso is a unisex gourmand-woody scent that opens on espresso and warms into benzoin and resins. Espresso leads the top, while benzoin, Siam benzoin and resins sweeten and soften the heart. The base of patchouli, musk and vetiver pulls it toward an earthy, smoky woodiness. A spicy, oriental warmth runs throughout. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. Its unisex character sits comfortably on any skin. Lorenzo Villoresi Patchouli and La Maison de la Vanille Ambre Secret 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.

Coffee Cloud (Eau de Parfum)

6.4

Good Chemistry · 2023

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Eau de Parfum

Good Chemistry Coffee Cloud Eau de Parfum is a sweet, gourmand scent built on bergamot, espresso and cedarwood, positioned as a women's fragrance. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, and most voters score both low, so it suits those who want a light scent that stays close to the skin. The number of votes is small, so this is not a firm verdict. Value for money is rated high. Bergamot opens with a light freshness, espresso takes over in the heart, and cedarwood settles underneath as a dry, woody base. The sweet, gourmand character dominates, with spicy, powdery and creamy shades softening it and a synthetic sheen alongside. Jean & Len Bergamot Cedarwood Scent Experience and Yves Rocher Nuit Vanille have a close profile.

Crèmelle

7.6

Gallagher Fragrances · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Gallagher Fragrances Crèmelle is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that pairs creamy richness with woody, resinous depth. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough indication. As a unisex scent it can be worn by anyone. Caramel, crème brûlée and French vanilla build a sweet, creamy gourmand core, while espresso adds a slightly bitter edge. Sandalwood, Virginia cedar, Hinoki wood and frankincense give it a woody, resinous and smoky base, and lemon, grapefruit and bergamot lift the dense mix a little. Hez Parfums Brownie Points and Amouage Decision 42 have a close profile.

The Voice of Reason

5.2

Lush · 2012

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Lush The Voice of Reason is a unisex scent that sets spice, smoke and leather over a sweet, woody base; it has been discontinued. It reads as a single whole: sandalwood and false sandalwood form a woody spine, tonka bean sweetens it, and rose softens the edges. Espresso and cigarette add a smoky, roasted edge. Among the accords, the sweet, spicy and resinous sides lead, while the animal and leathery tones stay in the background and keep the scent dark and warm. It suits anyone who likes sweetness and smoke together.

À la folie

6.3

Strangers Parfumerie · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Strangers Parfumerie À la folie is a unisex scent where the gourmand side leads, sweet and creamy, framed by floral and woody touches. It has been discontinued. The scent reads as a single whole: macaron, vanilla ice cream and crème brûlée build a sweet, creamy base. Hazelnut and espresso add a roasted warmth to it. Rose and orange blossom bring a floral softness, while patchouli and gaiac wood add a woody, lightly spicy depth. Powdery and resinous accents, together with amber and tonka bean, give it a warm, oriental look.

Buen Camino (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Chronotope · 2020

Citrus · Synthetic · Gourmand

Eau de Parfum

Chronotope Buen Camino Eau de Parfum is an unusual unisex scent in which citrus and spice sit on a gourmand, smoky base. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage good, and more than half rate the longevity high. The sample is small, so this picture is still tentative. Being unisex, it suits anyone drawn to a road-and-city mood rather than a conventional fragrance. The notes read as a single whole: lemon and orange form a bright citrus layer, with spices and French lavender over it. Almond cake and espresso add gourmand warmth, while immortelle gives a resinous depth. Dust, sweat and asphalt draw an earthy, smoky, slightly synthetic urban air.

Café Cacao

7.9

En Voyage Perfumes · 2014

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

En Voyage Perfumes Café Cacao is a sweet, gourmand and creamy unisex scent built around cocoa, espresso and cream. The top opens with rose sugar, cardamom, vanilla and bergamot zest; cardamom adds a spicy edge while the bergamot lightens the sweetness a little. In the heart, milk, salt, cocoa, cream and espresso come together, and the salt keeps that sweet, creamy texture in balance. The base of Himalayan musk, ambergris and amber settles the scent into a soft, powdery warmth. The gourmand character leads, with spicy and powdery sides softening the sweetness. Perfumes with a close profile include Theodoros Kalotinis Tiramisu and Birkholz Satin Vanilla.