Dark Amber & Ginger Lily

Dark Amber & Ginger Lily by Jo Malone is an unisex eau de parfum from 2010 in the premium price tier. It opens with cardamom, ginger and pink pepper, moves into jasmine, orchid, water lily and rose and dries down to leather, sandalwood, incense, patchouli and amber. Expect around 9 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.

Notes, explained

Opening

Cardamom Cool, aromatic spice with a eucalyptus lift. Smells expensive.
Ginger Warm, zesty and slightly soapy. Bridges citrus and spice.
Pink Pepper Fizzy, rosy and bright. Adds sparkle without heat.

Heart

Jasmine Heady, sweet and slightly animal underneath. Rarely subtle.
Orchid Creamy, sweet and slightly synthetic. A modern florals staple.
Water Lily Watery floral. Soft, cool and slightly green.
Rose Can be jammy, green, peppery or soapy depending on the type. Not one smell.

Dry-down

Leather Smoky, dry and a bit animal. Can be a new jacket or an old saddle.
Sandalwood Creamy, milky wood. Soft and almost edible.
Incense Smoky, dry and meditative. Adds gravity to anything.
Patchouli Damp earth and dark chocolate. Either you love it or it's your least favourite note.
Amber Warm, golden and resinous. Not a real material — a blend that glows.

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