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What does Vietnamese Coffee smell like?

Vietnamese Coffee by d'Annam is a literal translation of the traditional "cà phê sữa đá" experience into scent. It opens with a punchy, photorealistic roar of dark roasted coffee beans. This isn't the...

Details

House: d'Annam
Gender: unisex
Year: 2023
Longevity: 7.3 / 10
Sillage: 6.8 / 10
Scent Profile: Sweet, Creamy, Gourmand, Spicy, Powdery
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Leisure, Daily
Perfumer: Anh Ngo

Community Insights

Based on 61 discussions

The fragrance is widely celebrated for its extreme realism, with many enthusiasts considering it one of the most accurate "photorealistic" coffee scents on the market, avoiding the synthetic "burnt plastic" note found in lesser gourmands.
Performance is generally regarded as solid for a niche gourmand; while the initial projection is bold and attention-grabbing, it settles into a persistent, creamy scent bubble that lasts through a full workday.
While it is a sweet fragrance, the community notes it is balanced enough for unisex wear, with the dark chocolate and cedarwood providing enough bitterness and structure to appeal to those who typically avoid "sugar bomb" perfumes.
It is most highly recommended for cooler weather, specifically fall and winter, as its dense, comforting profile can become overwhelming in high summer heat.
Many users recommend it as a companion to the brand's popular "White Rice" fragrance, noting that both scents capture a specific, nostalgic Asian culinary aesthetic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this smell like a black bitter coffee or a sweet drink?+

It evolves from one to the other. The opening is very much a dark, bitter, roasted bean scent, but it quickly develops into a creamy, sweet gourmand as the condensed milk and tonka bean notes take over.

Is this fragrance suitable for the office?+

Yes, but with a light touch. While it is a "daily wear" scent for many, the initial coffee blast is quite potent. Once it dries down to the woody, creamy base, it becomes a cozy and professional fragrance.

How does the milk note behave on skin?+

The condensed milk accord is designed to be creamy and sweet rather than sour or lactonic. Combined with the dark chocolate and amber, it creates a smooth, almost velvety texture that avoids the "spoiled milk" pitfall some gourmands face.

Is this a masculine or feminine fragrance?+

It is strictly unisex. Men often appreciate the roasted, woody, and slightly smoky coffee elements, while women enjoy the creamy, powdery sweetness of the tonka and amber.

Appears in Collections

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What does Vietnamese Coffee smell like?

Vietnamese Coffee by d'Annam is a literal translation of the traditional "cà phê sữa đá" experience into scent. It opens with a punchy, photorealistic roar of dark roasted coffee beans. This isn't the...

Details

House: d'Annam
Gender: unisex
Year: 2023
Longevity: 7.3 / 10
Sillage: 6.8 / 10
Scent Profile: Sweet, Creamy, Gourmand, Spicy, Powdery
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Leisure, Daily
Perfumer: Anh Ngo

Community Insights

Based on 61 discussions

The fragrance is widely celebrated for its extreme realism, with many enthusiasts considering it one of the most accurate "photorealistic" coffee scents on the market, avoiding the synthetic "burnt plastic" note found in lesser gourmands.
Performance is generally regarded as solid for a niche gourmand; while the initial projection is bold and attention-grabbing, it settles into a persistent, creamy scent bubble that lasts through a full workday.
While it is a sweet fragrance, the community notes it is balanced enough for unisex wear, with the dark chocolate and cedarwood providing enough bitterness and structure to appeal to those who typically avoid "sugar bomb" perfumes.
It is most highly recommended for cooler weather, specifically fall and winter, as its dense, comforting profile can become overwhelming in high summer heat.
Many users recommend it as a companion to the brand's popular "White Rice" fragrance, noting that both scents capture a specific, nostalgic Asian culinary aesthetic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this smell like a black bitter coffee or a sweet drink?+

It evolves from one to the other. The opening is very much a dark, bitter, roasted bean scent, but it quickly develops into a creamy, sweet gourmand as the condensed milk and tonka bean notes take over.

Is this fragrance suitable for the office?+

Yes, but with a light touch. While it is a "daily wear" scent for many, the initial coffee blast is quite potent. Once it dries down to the woody, creamy base, it becomes a cozy and professional fragrance.

How does the milk note behave on skin?+

The condensed milk accord is designed to be creamy and sweet rather than sour or lactonic. Combined with the dark chocolate and amber, it creates a smooth, almost velvety texture that avoids the "spoiled milk" pitfall some gourmands face.

Is this a masculine or feminine fragrance?+

It is strictly unisex. Men often appreciate the roasted, woody, and slightly smoky coffee elements, while women enjoy the creamy, powdery sweetness of the tonka and amber.

Does it have any floral qualities?+

There is a subtle inclusion of lily of the valley in the heart. It doesn't make the fragrance "floral" in a traditional sense, but serves to lift the heavier notes and adds a hint of fresh air to the dense chocolate and coffee.

Accords

Notes

TopRoasted coffee

HeartLily of the valley//Sweetened condensed milk//Dark chocolate

BaseTonka bean//Cedarwood//Amber

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Appears in Collections

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50ml

Checked Aug 27

Ministry of ScentOut of stock

$160.00Check

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