2016
Hyacinth and a Mechanic
Andy TauerThe nose · 53 fragrances · also made Au Coeur du Désert (2016)Portrait →

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Tauerville  ·  Sold as unisex

Hyacinth and a Mechanic

The scent of hyacinths in an old garage where the air is filled with the mingling notes of fresh blooms and well-used leather tools.

4.2450 ratingsWarmly received so far
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
floralanimalicgreenleatherfresh spicywoody
Hyacinth and a Mechanic

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityEternal47% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak6%
Weak24%
Moderate24%
Long lasting18%
Eternal29%
SillageModerate46% say strong or enormous
Intimate13%
Moderate42%
Strong25%
Enormous21%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine0%
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Unisex100%
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Feminine0%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2016 by Andy Tauer for Tauerville, Hyacinth and a Mechanic is a fragrance that juxtaposes the fresh floralcy of hyacinths with the rugged warmth of leather and musk. The opening notes of green, fresh spicy, and rose create an unexpected tension, leading to a heart where animalic and woody accords blend seamlessly into a base that feels both earthy and intimate. This composition is neither purely floral nor solely leathery — it’s a complex interplay of contrasts that captures the essence of a well-worn, yet refined space.

How to wear it

Apply Hyacinth and a Mechanic sparingly — the floral opening can be overwhelming if overapplied. Allow it to settle for about ten minutes before heading out, as the base notes take time to bloom fully. This fragrance works best in cooler weather when its earthy warmth is most noticeable.

Fig. 01 — Hyacinth and a Mechanic, Tauerville

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03 · The nose

Andy Tauer

The self-taught independent

Andy Tauer is a self-taught perfumer who built his independent house, Tauer Perfumes, out of what began as a hobby experimenting with scents and ingredients.

53fragrances
Swissnationality

Designer Tauerville

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

4.24/ 5 · 50 ratings

Warmly received so far: loved by 44%, disliked or hated by 10%.

Love44%
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