Black Absinthe by Crabtree & Evelyn bottle
Crabtree & Evelyn

Black Absinthe

4.2/5 · 22 votes Unisex 2015
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Heart notes
Black Licorice
Base notes

Character

Longevity2.8/5
Sillage3.1/5
Day71
Night71
Fall100
Spring71
Winter71
Summer14
Our take

Walking past a garden where fennel stalks push through damp earth, you catch a cool, herbal lift that feels more refreshing than sugary. Artemisia arrives with a green, slightly bitter edge that keeps the opening from leaning into candy. Black licorice and anise take over with a soft spicy warmth that sits close to the skin, rounded and smooth rather than sharp. Vetiver grounds the blend with a woody, earthy base that pulls the sweetness down into something steady. The overall impression is aromatic and herbal, with a gentle sweetness that never overwhelms. It feels crafted for someone who likes anise but wants it wrapped in greenery and soil, not sugar.

Picture a scarf pulled up against a crisp breeze, hands tucked into coat pockets while the air carries that distinct licorice note through a quiet path. The mood fits those moments when you want something a little unusual, herbal and sweet at once, without the loud brightness of summer heat. It suits wearers who enjoy aromatic scents with an earthy backbone and can handle a pronounced anise presence. Those who dislike licorice or want a bright citrus lift should look elsewhere. The fragrance stays in that herbal, woody space, rooted in vetiver, carrying the garden with you

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