Hanbury

Hanbury reads as a love letter to Sicilian citrus groves rendered through an almost Baroque floral lens. The three citrus notes—Sicilian lime, Brazilian bitter orange, and Sicilian orange—don't blend into a generic bright opening; instead, they establish a tart, slightly green foundation that immediately suggests bergamot-tinged authenticity rather than synthetic citrus candy. What distinguishes Hanbury is how acacia and honey emerge to sweeten this citrus frame without cloying it. The acacia provides a delicate, almost powdery floral veil that softens the bitter edges of the oranges, whilst honey adds a waxy, golden richness that suggests candied peel rather than straightforward sweetness.

The benzoin and oakmoss base is understated yet crucial—these aren't bombastic anchors but rather sympathetic counterbalances, lending the fragrance a slightly earthy, resinous undertone that prevents it from floating away entirely. There's a subtle spiced quality threading through proceedings, likely from the oakmoss and benzoin interaction, which adds a whisper of sophistication without declaring itself loudly.