Newport (original) (1890)
by Caswell-Massey

I totally agree with the review above. The original Newport was redolent of warmth. Heliotrope provided the sweetness and there was a pungent aroma (reminiscent of a black Necco wafer)that rounded this out with something lightly reminiscent of anise.
I too miss it - it was my personal favorite for 15 years.

7th November, 2007.

Unfortunately, several years ago C-M decided to replace their original Newport with a new and (to me) distinctly ordinary and overpowering scent. It reminds me of something found on clearance at a chain drug store. The original Newport (the soap was brown) managed to capture the slightly sweet salty smell of a day at the beach. The scent was subtle and evocative. I miss it.

15th October, 2006.