Absinthe by Franck Boclet bottle
Franck Boclet

Absinthe

3.6/5 · 201 votes Unisex 2015
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.0/5
Sillage3.0/5
Day98
Night44
Spring100
Fall98
Summer69
Winter46
Our take

Absinthe opens with a sharp green snap, where wormwood brings a bitter, herbal edge and green mandarin adds lift. Lavender softens the first impression without making it plush, while rhubarb soon introduces a tart, stalky note that gives the heart a cool, crisp shape. Heliotrope lends a pale, powdery touch, though the scent keeps its focus on aromatic freshness. As it settles, vetiver draws the composition toward dry earth, amber adds quiet warmth, and leather gives the finish a smooth, dark grain. The result feels like a green apothecary drawer lined with worn leather.

That balance makes Absinthe easy to place in a daytime wardrobe, especially when you want freshness with some edge. It suits a wearer drawn to bitter greens, dry woods, and leather. Its staying power is moderate, holding at a steady middle pace through the wear. Projection is close-range, so the scent stays intimate and is easiest for people beside you to notice. Wear it by day in spring, summer, fall, or winter; the cool green opening has the poise for bright weather, while vetiver, amber, and leather give it enough depth for colder air. Absinthe feels thoughtful and slightly austere, with a clean bitterness at its core.

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