Patchouli 24 Le Labo 2006 Eau de Parfum

...that was the first association that shot into my mind after I had Patchouli 24 in my nose. Those who know the top-notch Scottish whiskies from the Isle of Islay know what I mean: They all have a more or less pronounced peaty and smoky flavor (and of course also scent), which you either love or hate! In this fragrance from Le Labo, in addition to the aforementioned scent components, there is also wood and a pleasant vanilla note that softens the initially dominant smoke/peat with a slight sweetness. Here, too, the comparison to whisky is appropriate, as vanilla can be found in many varieties.

A truly extraordinary fragrance that will surely not please everyone - and it doesn’t have to! But it is precisely the special fragrances that polarize and split the masses into two camps. Just don’t be put off by the first impression after spraying - those who give Patchouli 24 a little time will receive a very warm and pleasant scent that continually tempts me to sniff it again.
By the way, I generally like the perfumery Le Labo. They simply reduce fragrances and bottles to the essentials and are very innovative.

Oh, and for those who now feel like trying a Scottish Islay whisky, I recommend the following distilleries: Lagavulin, Ardbeg, and Laphroaig. Slainte!