Cacao Ritual by Extra Virgo bottle
Extra Virgo

Cacao Ritual

4.2/5 · 40 votes Unisex 2022
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity3.7/5
Sillage3.0/5
Day31
Night65
Winter100
Fall85
Spring38
Summer12
Our take

Cacao Ritual asks patience from the wearer because the animalic side is loud at first. Castoreum and civet give the blend a rough edge that can feel aggressive before the other elements settle. People who want a clean or polite gourmand will find this opening difficult to enjoy. The cacao here is dark and slightly bitter, and the cloves add a sharp heat that cuts through the initial heaviness.

Moroccan jasmine softens the intensity without making the fragrance sweet. Patchouli and the woody accord ground the composition so the spices and the animalic notes do not drift apart. The scent stays near the body and does not push outward across a large space. It remains present on the skin for an extended period once applied. The mood suits a dim room during cooler weather when the air feels crisp outside.

The overall impression is dense and serious rather than playful. It fits evenings when the temperature drops and the night feels quiet. Smoky facets rise alongside the leather accord to create a dry finish. Musk lingers in the background and supports the cacao without taking over. The blend feels cohesive and steady from the first spray until the end. The final impression leaves patchouli and cacao on the skin.

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