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Initio Side Effect
8/ 10
Dark rum, tobacco, cinnamon and vanilla in a dense, boozy and very nocturnal composition.
Side Effect leans on a sweet spiced rum accord from the start. Tobacco and cinnamon add shadow, while vanilla and woods leave a creamy, long-lasting drydown.
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A close-range attention getter: sensual, powerful and best reserved for cold weather.
It is the intense night piece in a collection, built for bars, dates and contexts where a rich trail fits.
Main notes
Pros
- Highly sensual boozy rum and tobacco scent
- Beast performance in longevity and sillage
- Perfect for standing out at night
Cons
- Very dense and not very versatile
- High exclusive niche price tag
Recommended occasions
The same fragrance can change a lot depending on weather, dose and space.
Bar or cocktail
The boozy accord suits nocturnal settings.
Date
Its warmth works best at close distance.
Cold weather
Low temperature keeps the vanilla from becoming excessive.