Sarawak by Crabtree & Evelyn bottle
Crabtree & Evelyn

Sarawak

4.3/5 · 32 votes Unisex 2004
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Ginseng
Heart notes
Base notes

Character

Longevity2.1/5
Sillage2.2/5
Day100
Night19
Spring67
Summer67
Fall14
Winter5
Our take

Morning light hits a wooden porch surrounded by damp garden beds. The air carries a bright citrus thread as grapefruit and lemon rise first, their tart edges softened by a faintly earthy ginseng spark. Ginger soon joins, warm and slightly sharp, while rice adds a clean, steam-like softness that keeps the opening from feeling purely acidic. It is a clear, uplifting start that fits the open air and the gentle heat beginning to build.

Bamboo moves through the mid, its green freshness steady and calm beside the orchid. The flower does not dominate, instead offering a smooth, slightly powdery lift that lets the ginger remain noticeable without turning heavy. Rice lingers in the background, lending a comforting, almost milky warmth that sits well against the crisp citrus still drifting through. The blend feels balanced, each part visible without one overtaking the others.

Hands reach for a glass of cold water as the scent continues to drift across the skin. The citrus stays lively, the ginger keeps its gentle bite, and the bamboo provides a cooling green frame that suits the bright surroundings. Orchid and rice hold the base with a quiet, woody softness that never demands attention. It is a calm, refreshing presence that moves naturally through the warm air.

The scene stays rooted in that porch, the fragrance woven into the light and the greenery. Citrus leads, ginger and rice steady the pace, bamboo and orchid close the circle with a fresh, woody finish.

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