Fragrance Reviews by Max1mu51

I purchase this blind because I could not find anywhere that had sample vials. Well here goes. Upon initial application AA has a very spicy fruity scent with a light underlining tone of chocolate. After about 2-3 the spice settles down and the chocolate shines through. This chocolate is not as rich/dark as Angel Men by Thierry Mugler, (which I do prefer) but not nearly as soft and Feminine as Rochas Man (Which I most certainly didn’t like). The whole rest of the time it stays at the same level of intensity for 6-10 hours depending on skin type. This Cologne really breaths and does not stay close to the skin. Very very strong. Be wise and do not exceed two sprays.

Birch and Rosewood really stand out in this one. It's an interesting scent that keeps you smelling your wrist just to see what secrets it might whisper into your nose. You can certainly tell the high quality of this cologne, (price tag does accurately illustrate that) but It keeps itself in a class all of its own, very distinct, and poised. One drawback is the constant revolutions going back to the birchwood which is way too sharp for me (like ripe onions), almost headache inducing. The sharpness of the wood settles down a tiny bit during the dry down period at around the 1/2 hour mark. Becomes much more subtle almost an ambient fragrance. All in all Its an alright cologne. I personally can't how bright the wood is, wish it was a darker, richer, and fuller.

-MAX

Let me preface this review with saying, I really tried to like this cologne. Unfortunately you need to "work to get the payoff" in a manner of speaking. Before you can walk through the well watered plains of Jordan, Its awful that one must bury their face into Granma's chest heavily laden with scents that are strong enough to wake the dead. People around you must suffer through that just to reach that moment of bliss. Mugler, if would get rid of grandma, I'd go out and buy a bottle today. I am a huge fan of Chocolate, Tonka, Bergamot, and Coffee, but grandma should stay at home and read a book for this one.