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By Kilian · Sold as masculine
A Taste of Heaven
The moment after a rainstorm when earthy mosses and fresh spices mingle in the air, creating an invigorating yet cozy atmosphere.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
A Taste of HeavenLuxury · $250+
53%Similar accords, often for lessFougere Royale (2010) · HoubigantPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 6 of its 14 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2007 by By Kilian, A Taste of Heaven is an Oriental Fougere that captures the essence of earthy warmth and aromatic depth. Perfumer Calice Becker crafted a composition where lavender and fresh spicy notes open up to reveal vanilla and amber, creating a rich blend of sweet and mossy undertones. This fragrance embodies the brand's commitment to luxurious and distinctive scents, blending classic elements with modern flair.
Given its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, A Taste of Heaven is best applied sparingly — one or two sprays are sufficient to let the layers unfold naturally over time. The fragrance reads better close to skin than across a room, so aim for pulse points where warmth enhances its complexity.
Fig. 01 — A Taste of Heaven, By Kilian
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Calice Becker
Flowers inside a bottle of eau de cologneCalice Becker (Asancheyev-Becker) is a French master perfumer and director of the Givaudan Perfumery School, whose fascination with perfume began as a child asking how flowers get inside a bottle of eau de cologne.
“I like to add a dose of intrigue because nothing catches the attention of a touch of something unexpected.”
Calice Becker · Fragrantica nose page bio (scraped into fragrantica_bio); primary not located
Designer By Kilian
More from the house · founded 2007 · Ireland
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 18%.