Eau de Parfum2024
Macaron Bourbon
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Nicolai Parfumeur Createur  ·  Sold as unisex

Macaron Bourbon

The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, followed by the scent of warm pastries and spices in a cozy café.

3.36387 ratingsA polarising scent
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
rosewarm spicysweetmuskyalmondfruity
Macaron Bourbon

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting59% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak1%
Weak5%
Moderate35%
Long lasting49%
Eternal10%
SillageStrong52% say strong or enormous
Intimate6%
Moderate43%
Strong46%
Enormous6%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine5%
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Unisex35%
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Feminine60%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Macaron Bourbon by Nicolai Parfumeur Créateur was launched in 2024 and is a creation by the renowned perfumer Patricia de Nicolai. This Oriental Vanilla fragrance balances sweet and spicy notes, creating an enveloping warmth that feels both comforting and inviting. The rum and bitter almond open with a playful tension before giving way to the rich heart of rose and cinnamon. Musky and woody undertones add depth, while caramel and vanilla bring a touch of indulgence.

How to wear it

Apply this fragrance to pulse points where it can warm up on your skin. It blooms over time, so layering is key for a lasting impression. Avoid heavy application in hot weather; its richness can feel overpowering.

Fig. 01 — Macaron Bourbon, Nicolai Parfumeur Createur

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Patricia de Nicolai portrait
03 · The nose

Patricia de Nicolai

Guerlain blood, an independent house

Patricia de Nicolaï, great-granddaughter of Pierre Guerlain and niece of Jean-Paul Guerlain, studied chemistry before training at ISIPCA in Versailles.

2fragrances
1957born
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Designer Nicolai Parfumeur Createur

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