Is this the same formula that won the Art and Olfaction Award?+−
No. The current version of Bat was released in 2020 and was composed by perfumer Prin Lomros. While it retains the earthy, fruity, and cave-like DNA of the 2016 original, it is a different formulation with its own unique balance of fig, guava, and minerals.
How prominent are the animalic notes?+−
The animalic notes in Bat provide a fuzzy, warm texture that mimics the scent of a bat’s fur rather than a harsh or "skanky" aroma. Combined with the leather and musk, it creates a wild, outdoorsy feel that stays grounded by the mineral stone notes.
Does this fragrance smell like rotting fruit?+−
While those sensitive to tropical notes may find the overripe guava and fig intense, the prevailing community opinion is that this version smells like fresh, exotic fruit rather than fermentation or decay.
Is Bat suitable for summer wear?+−
Although it contains tropical fruit notes like guava and passion fruit, the heavy soil, leather, and mineral accords can feel quite dense in high heat. It is most frequently worn in the cooler, damp days of spring and autumn.
