Assam & Grapefruit
“Assam & Grapefruit by Jo Malone London is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Warmly received so far — a green, sponsored composition with a citrus undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning masculine.
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Assam & Grapefruit by Jo Malone London, launched in 2011 and crafted by perfumer Christine Nagel, is a vibrant blend of fresh citrus and aromatic spices. The fragrance opens with the zesty zest of grapefruit and rhubarb, creating an invigorating freshness that cuts through any dullness. As it evolves, notes of tea and violet add a subtle floral touch, while cardamom and patchouli introduce warm spiciness and earthy musk for depth. This composition is both refreshing and grounding, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
One or two sprays are sufficient as the citrus opening is bright but fades within an hour, leaving the warm base notes to linger. This fragrance works well in any season but shines brightest during cooler weather when its spicy warmth feels most comforting.
Christine Nagel
Founding perfumer · 168 fragrances · b. 1959 · Swiss
“I think of fragrance as fabric — it should drape beautifully around whoever wears it.”
Christine Nagel is the in-house perfumer at Hermès, succeeding the legendary Jean-Claude Ellena in 2016. A graduate of ISIPCA and trained at Charabot in Grasse, she brings decades of experience to one of perfumery's most prestigious creative positions. Nagel's work for Hermès — including Twilly, Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver, and the Jardin series — continues the house's tradition of understated elegance while introducing her own luminous, textured sensibility. She has also created masterpieces for Jo Malone, Narciso Rodriguez, and Valentino.
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The story behind the bottle.
The scent of freshly picked grapefruit in the kitchen, where zesty aromas blend with subtle floral and warm spices to create an aura of refreshment.
Fig. 01 — Assam & Grapefruit, Jo Malone London
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