Gold Rush by A Dozen Roses bottle
A Dozen Roses

Gold Rush

3.9/5 · 143 votes Feminine 2011
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity3.3/5
Sillage3.0/5
Day63
Night88
Fall100
Winter75
Spring63
Summer56
Our take

Gold Rush opens with a bright, sticky fizz of blackberry and African orange flower, a fruity citrus that feels more gilded than juicy. The rose arrives quickly, woven through with warm spice and Mexican chocolate, turning the sweetness dark and velvety rather than cloying. Ylang-ylang adds a creamy yellow floral weight, while ebony and woodsy notes anchor the base into something sturdy and slightly dry. The overall effect is a bit like being handed a wilting bouquet of roses dusted in cocoa powder by someone wearing too many gold bangles. It’s sweet, yes, but tempered by spice and wood, leaning more synthetic and linear than natural or niche. It sits close to the skin; longevity barely scratches three hours, and sillage is a whisper. The numbers reflect that restraint.

This is a daytime oriental floral for someone who wants a polite nod to indulgence without shouting. It works best in spring and fall, but it’s versatile enough for a summer evening or a winter lunch. The chocolate and spice keep it from feeling like a sugar bomb, but the fruit and florals still lean youthful and accessible. Skip it if you crave depth, longevity, or anything with real projection. Wear it when you want a gentle, pretty scent that won’t outstay its welcome a cotton blouse and a coffee date kind of fragrance.

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