Underworld
by Soivohle (Liz Zorn)

UNDERWORLD has a gothic name and the fragrance doesn't betray the tone of its name. This is a dark but complicated vetiver fragrance. As vetiver fragrances go it contains another layer by the addition of florals and gourmand spice notes and this density of smells will probably not appeal to everyone. The fragrance is sweetened and made lively by ginger lilly, jasmine and vanilla. The spice variety along with coffee and cocoa adds a depth of flavor without really venturing too far into gourmand territory but takes it more into darkness of the cocoa and coffee. The oud tincture and rose leather contribute to the depth and darkness of the vetiver base. This fragrance is available only in absolute form so a couple dots of this oil strategically placed works nicely to put you into a very pleasantly green and darkly alive Underworld. This fragrance is a hidden gem for vetiver lovers.

Notes include: a variety of vetivers, cinnamon, ginger lilly, clove, jasmine, coffee, cocoa, rose leather, balsam, vanilla and oud tincture.

13rd May, 2011.