Cocoa tempts me. However, this is not a bitter cocoa. Rum and patchouli complement it fabulously. However, I miss a kick, something that gives this lush, cozy dessert scent a bitter accent. Since I am not a perfumer, I can hardly say what I am missing here, but I do feel it. I prefer my cocoas unsweetened, strong, and bitter. This one is elegant, but there is too much sugar in it.
Unfortunately, it's been a long time since I tested it. 0.5 is indeed harsh; I can only remember that I was disappointed overall with the Oaie fragrances. It was probably just too sweet for me...
I'm really disappointed with this brand. It had really caught my attention. The name translates to "Elm" or "Elm Grove." The bottles are little works of art, true craftsmanship. They are purely natural compositions, without any synthetic components. The longevity on the skin is surprisingly good. ~ But what good is that if it's just as it is...