Black No. 05 by Puredistance

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Trying this Puredistance perfume today and I simply say: I love it!

As the notes are ‘secret’, let me tell you what it smells like. To me, it smells like a Cuba Libre with cola on a pub terrace with people smoking; it’s alcoholic cola and smoky, party, night and vice. It reminds me of my party perfumes from my youth, like CH 212 VIP, though very different. My nose is bad at recognising scents, so don’t believe everything I say. The opening is balsamic and slightly smoky, reminiscent of Amouage Interlude or Nasomatto Black Afgano; they share that incense and smoky character that Black also has. I add that it probably carries incense or balsamic resins like opoponax. Within the resinous aspect, there is something sweet, perhaps amber or benzoin, but not vanilla. I detect dark notes of coffee or cocoa (more coffee), a green and spicy touch, likely cardamom. There is also dark wood, such as patchouli or oud, very discreet, without the medicinal part. It could carry leather and tobacco, giving it a masculine yet unisex air. Did I get any notes right? 😂😂 The dry down is much sweeter, like burnt sugar, similar to Lattafa Raghba. Although I didn’t get a single note right, you can see how I perceive it. They are intense but not intrusive; it is very well made and elegant. Longevity is very high, expected in an extrait at 10€/ml (I recommend their sample sets for the price and exquisite service). Projection is moderate, creating a close and discreet aura. Ideal for cold climates or mild nights. Although it is unisex, I recommend women try it first; it might lean towards masculine. If you can handle Black Afgano or Laudano Nero, you can handle this. Scent: 9, Longevity: 9, Projection: 7, Value for money: 5, Versatility: 6, Originality: 8, Overall: 9

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