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Jo Malone London · Sold as unisex
Golden Needle Tea
A quiet afternoon spent sipping tea by an open fire, where the scent of smoldering wood and warm spices interweave with the subtle leather notes of old books.
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Golden Needle TeaPremium · $100–250
71%Similar accords, often for lessExcellent Men · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · all 2 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
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Golden Needle Tea by Jo Malone London, launched in 2016 and created by perfumer Serge Majoullier, is an Oriental fragrance that captures the essence of a warm, smoky tea ritual. The composition opens with woody and warm spicy notes, leading into a heart of leather and animalic accords that add depth and complexity. This intricate blend culminates in a smoky base that evokes the cozy atmosphere of a well-loved teapot.
Apply Golden Needle Tea to pulse points for a more intimate experience — it reads closer to skin rather than projecting widely. The smoky base develops gradually over time, so give it an hour before reapplying if you want to layer it further.
Fig. 01 — Golden Needle Tea, Jo Malone London
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Serge Majoullier
Chemistry, chromatography, and BonbonBorn in Grasse, Serge Majoullier studied chemistry and economics before joining MANE's analysis and chromatography department, later moving into essential oils and floral products before becoming a perfumer.
Designer Jo Malone London
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