2017
Ananda Tchai

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M. Micallef  ·  Sold as feminine

Ananda Tchai

The vibrant atmosphere of an urban café where the scent of green tea blends with spicy aromatics, creating a cozy yet invigorating ambiance.

3.56269 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
fresh spicycitrusaromaticvanillapowderygreen
Ananda TchaiPremium · $100–250
44%Similar accords, often for lessMarah · AjmalBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 9 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting63% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak4%
Weak3%
Moderate29%
Long lasting54%
Eternal9%
SillageStrong61% say strong or enormous
Intimate7%
Moderate33%
Strong42%
Enormous19%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine3%
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Unisex24%
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Feminine72%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Ananda Tchai by M. Micallef was launched in 2017, crafted by perfumers Jean-Claude Astier and Geoffrey Nejman. This aromatic spicy fragrance opens with a burst of citrus from lemon and bergamot, complemented by the freshness of green tea and nutmeg. The heart reveals heliotrope and ylang-ylang, balanced by thyme and fern, leading to a base of rose, amber, vanilla, and woody notes that create a warm and comforting finish.

How to wear it

Apply Ananda Tchai in moderation — its fresh citrus and aromatic notes are bright and immediate but fade within two hours. The woody and vanilla base notes develop over time and linger close to the skin, making it ideal for daytime wear.

Fig. 01 — Ananda Tchai, M. Micallef

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Jean-Claude Astier portrait
03 · The nose

Jean-Claude Astier

M. Micallef's senior nose

Jean-Claude Astier is a senior perfumer who has created for Parfums M. Micallef, Widian, Brocard, Jacomo, and AJ Arabia. At M.

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Co-created with Geoffrey Nejman

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Ananda TchaiThe originalAnanda TchaiM. Micallef · Premium · $100–250
44%MatchAjmalMarahShares 5 of its 9 notesunder $40★ 4.00 (2)
Ananda TchaiArt Collection Celebration Man
Try it layered

With M. Micallef Art Collection Celebration Man

Adds balsamic, patchouli and smoky; shares lemon and bergamot and 2 more notes.

Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers

06 · The Room

What people
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3.56/ 5 · 269 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 23%, disliked or hated by 28%.

Love23%
Like42%
OK7%
Dislike24%
Hate4%
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