Tobacco Collection Rich Warm Addictive

Bottom Line

This fragrance is best suited for cooler months, ideally late autumn or early winter. Given its potent sweetness and clove-heavy opening, it's more appropriate for evening wear rather than daytime applications, fitting well in casual social settings where precise scent articulation isn't paramount.

First Impressions & Dry Down

The opening presents a sharp tobacco leaf accord, reminiscent of unflavored pipe tobacco albeit with a noticeable synthetic clove overtone. The promised spices are present, but lack nuance, translating into a generalized cinnamon potpourri effect rather than distinct cardamom or pepper facets. The heart attempts a sweeter rendition, marrying tonka bean with a creamy vanilla; however, the tonka leans towards a medicinal cherry cough syrup note, clashing slightly with the overall composition. The drydown introduces dried fruits - predominantly raisin – alongside vaguely defined "woody notes" which register as a cedarwood aroma chemical, lending a dry, almost pencil-shaving-like dryness that contrasts the initial sweetness. It diverges considerably from its inspiration, lacking the latter's honeyed depth and complexity.

The Performance Stats

Longevity is moderate, clinging to the skin for approximately 5 hours. Projection is initially strong, extending beyond arm's length for the first hour, before settling into a skin scent. Tested in a climate-controlled office environment.