Nitro Noir by Kierin bottle
Kierin

Nitro Noir

3.8/5 · 167 votes Unisex 2018
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity3.5/5
Sillage3.3/5
Day59
Night100
Fall98
Winter88
Spring62
Summer28
Our take

Nitro Noir opens with a brisk pop of pink pepper and bergamot, a citrusy spark that quickly softens into something more introspective. The orris root steps in with its cool, powdery iris character, dusting over the patchouli like fine cocoa powder over dark earth. A praline sweetness lingers beneath, not syrupy but warm and slightly nutty, balancing the woody, balsamic base. The overall effect is a fragrance that feels like a well-worn leather armchair in a quiet bookshop, the pages slightly sweet from an old paperback. It is undeniably unisex, grounded in that earthy, balsamic accord rather than any sharp gender lines.

This is not a loud scent. With longevity averaging 3.54 and sillage just over 3, it stays close to the skin, a personal cloud rather than a room announcement. That restraint works beautifully for fall and winter, where the powdery patchouli and iris feel cozy without being cloying. It suits someone who prefers their gourmand tinged with dirt, who wants a touch of sweetness without tipping into candied territory. Skip it if you crave projection or a bright, citrus-forward blast. The composition leans synthetic in its praline note, but not cheaply so, more like a refined accord that knows its limits. Wear it to an afternoon coffee meeting or a crisp evening walk, the kind of scent that rewards close proximity and a patient nose.

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