Step into the distorted, bohemian atmosphere of 19th century Paris. This curated trio is a structural study of Artemisia absinthium, also known as wormwood, which is the bitter botanical heart of the legendary Green Fairy. Known for its cooling, narcotic, and slightly medicinal edge, wormwood offers a unique olfactory profile that sits between icy mint and deep herbaceous earth. This collection brings together three definitive interpretations: the raw street culture of Akro, the pioneering niche elegance of L’Artisan Parfumeur, and the dark, concentrated madness of Nasomatto.
Haze by Akro
Olfactory Family: Aromatic Green
Inspiration: The cool, narcotic illusion of cannabis and the illicit bite of vintage absinthe.
The Profile: Opens with an aggressive, bracing blast of icy peppermint and sharp wormwood. The heart reveals a highly structural, herbaceous green accord that mimics the earthy, pungent aroma of the plant without the literal smoke. It settles into a cold, earthy patchouli base that feels deeply intoxicating and fresh, capturing the rebellious energy of modern London.
Fou d’Absinthe by L’Artisan Parfumeur
Olfactory Family: Aromatic Spicy
Inspiration: A trailblazing composition that captures the tactile sensation of ice cold alcohol touching warm skin.
The Profile: Opens with a minty rush of wormwood, angelica, and star anise, perfectly replicating the herbal sting of a poured glass of absinthe. As it warms, the mid section introduces a violent contrast of hot spices like ginger, nutmeg, and clove. The dry down is a sophisticated, forest like blend of pine needles and fir balsam, creating a masterful balance between freezing botanicals and woody warmth.
Absinth by Nasomatto
Olfactory Family: Woody Aromatic
Inspiration: An olfactory attempt to capture the high of a momentary lapse in judgment.
The Profile: Opens with a dense, murky, and highly concentrated green bitterness and wet soil. Unlike the brighter aquatics, this is a heavy, textural wormwood wrapped in dry vetiver and dark, earthy greens. It eschews the typical sugary anise sweetness in favor of a raw, slightly sour botanical realism. The composition remains incredibly persistent, settling into a mossy, woody base that feels shadowy, secretive, and unapologetically bold.
Details:
Format: Three 6ml glass travel atomizers.
Vibe: A sophisticated, narcotic descent into botanical bitterness and green mystery.
Best For: Enthusiasts seeking to explore the cooling, medicinal facets of wormwood and those drawn to avant garde, high impact aromatic profiles.
Step into the distorted, bohemian atmosphere of 19th century Paris. This curated trio is a structural study of Artemisia absinthium, also known as wormwood, which is the bitter botanical heart of the legendary Green Fairy. Known for its cooling, narcotic, and slightly medicinal edge, wormwood offers a unique olfactory profile that sits between icy mint and deep herbaceous earth. This collection brings together three definitive interpretations: the raw street culture of Akro, the pioneering niche elegance of L’Artisan Parfumeur, and the dark, concentrated madness of Nasomatto.
Haze by Akro
Olfactory Family: Aromatic Green
Inspiration: The cool, narcotic illusion of cannabis and the illicit bite of vintage absinthe.
The Profile: Opens with an aggressive, bracing blast of icy peppermint and sharp wormwood. The heart reveals a highly structural, herbaceous green accord that mimics the earthy, pungent aroma of the plant without the literal smoke. It settles into a cold, earthy patchouli base that feels deeply intoxicating and fresh, capturing the rebellious energy of modern London.
Fou d’Absinthe by L’Artisan Parfumeur
Olfactory Family: Aromatic Spicy
Inspiration: A trailblazing composition that captures the tactile sensation of ice cold alcohol touching warm skin.
The Profile: Opens with a minty rush of wormwood, angelica, and star anise, perfectly replicating the herbal sting of a poured glass of absinthe. As it warms, the mid section introduces a violent contrast of hot spices like ginger, nutmeg, and clove. The dry down is a sophisticated, forest like blend of pine needles and fir balsam, creating a masterful balance between freezing botanicals and woody warmth.
Absinth by Nasomatto
Olfactory Family: Woody Aromatic
Inspiration: An olfactory attempt to capture the high of a momentary lapse in judgment.
The Profile: Opens with a dense, murky, and highly concentrated green bitterness and wet soil. Unlike the brighter aquatics, this is a heavy, textural wormwood wrapped in dry vetiver and dark, earthy greens. It eschews the typical sugary anise sweetness in favor of a raw, slightly sour botanical realism. The composition remains incredibly persistent, settling into a mossy, woody base that feels shadowy, secretive, and unapologetically bold.
Details:
Format: Three 6ml glass travel atomizers.
Vibe: A sophisticated, narcotic descent into botanical bitterness and green mystery.
Best For: Enthusiasts seeking to explore the cooling, medicinal facets of wormwood and those drawn to avant garde, high impact aromatic profiles.
