A Taste of Heaven Absinthe Verte Kilian

Lavender surges forward with crystalline clarity, immediately joined by orange blossom's honeyed brightness—a moment of almost refreshing promise. But within minutes, the spice begins its subtle rebellion, introducing a peppery warmth that undermines any notion this will remain purely sunny.

Patchouli emerges as the dominating force, rendered dry and earthy rather than sweet, whilst rose arrives as a powdery whisper rather than a bloom. The fragrance settles into a warm, slightly herbal groove where the spice accord maintains its presence as a threading warmth through the composition, creating an unexpectedly complex mid-stage that rewards close attention.

Vanilla and amber create a soft, powdery base, but oakmoss prevents this from becoming conventionally cosy—instead it maintains a faintly green, slightly vegetal quality. What remains is intimate and skin-like, almost indistinguishable from your own warmth, though the notorious projection loss means you'll likely be the only one still catching traces of it on your wrists by the four-hour mark.