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Eau de Cologne

Jo Malone Assam & Grapefruit

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Unisex
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Fragrance information:

Assam & Grapefruit Jo Malone, created in 2011, is marketed as a unisex fragrance, drawing from the citrus and aromatic families. It was created by perfumer Christine Nagel. The fragrance belongs to the green and citrus groups. Part of the Tea collection, available as eau de cologne.

The sillage is delicate — an intimate cloud that stays close to the skin. Apply 4 and more sprays whether on skin or fabric — it works equally well either way. Every application feels like a little ritual — longevity is low. Made in the United Kingdom, backed by a long and proud tradition. Also available in other concentrations: jo malone huntsman assam & grapefruit. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

The composition of Assam & Grapefruit unfolds as a layered story, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The signature of Jo Malone comes through from the opening to the final trail. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de Cologne keeps a balanced rhythm of unfolding.

The internal accord map is shaped by these accords: Citrus, Gourmet, Floral and Musc forming a compact and readable structure. Additional accords such as Wood and Spicy add depth to the backdrop. The stylistic positioning is unisex, which clarifies the composition character. For persistence Low indicates a stable lasting impression. In trail behavior Weak describes the way the scent radiates.

In the top tier you detect sparkling citrus opening notes: Grapefruit and Violet.

At the core of development you detect Cardamom, Rose and Tea keeping a warm-spicy direction.

From the group perspective the structure relies on Citrus, Green, Floral and Spicy. It also reaches into Gourmet, Wood, Musk and Aromatic.

Taken together Assam & Grapefruit holds a coherent structure — the first stage creates momentum, the central phase adds depth, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best experienced on skin.

Perfumers

Gender Unisex
Brand Jo Malone
Segment Niche perfumery
Country United Kingdom
Website http://www.jomalone.co.uk
Year of production 2011
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de Cologne
License holder Estée Lauder Companies

Composition pyramid

Grapefruit
Violet
Cardamom
Rose
Tea
Almond
Patchouli
musk

Top notes

Heart notes

Base notes

Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Low (1 to 2 hours)
2
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Imperceptible
2
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
33%
Unisex
67%
Female
0%
What kind of event
Date
0%
Wedding
0%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
0%
For every day
50%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
50%
Theatre
0%
Office
0%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
0%
Spring
Spring
25%
Summer
Summer
50%
Autumn
Autumn
25%
For what style / mood
Casual
50%
Gala
0%
Classic
0%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
50%
Sporty
0%
For what age
under 18
0%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
0%
36-45 years
0%
46+ years old
0%
Any
100%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
0%
1-2 atomisations
0%
2-3 atomisations
0%
3-4 atomisations
50%
4-5 sprays
50%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
11%
On the wrist
11%
On the knees
11%
On the back of the neck
11%
Behind the ears
11%
On the elbow
11%
On the abdomen
11%
On the back of the hand
11%
On clothes
11%
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0%
On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
0%
1-2 atomisations
0%
2-3 atomisations
0%
3-4 atomisations
50%
4-5 sprays
50%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
50%
Exoticism
0%
Luxury
50%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
0%
Joy
0%
Calm
0%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Attracts attention
4
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
Excellent quality
5
Spray
Spray
Excellent quality
5
Packaging quality
Perfume bottle packaging quality is about protection and aesthetic appeal, including strength, reliability, design and materials. High quality ensures the safety and security of the product, a good first impression and attractiveness
Packaging quality
Excellent quality
5
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I feel like there's only diluted grapefruit here and nothing else. The scent is banal, like from a cheap shower gel. No interesting notes, just citruses and that's it. Complete disappointment, I expected more 😒
4/5
4
I can feel a strong black tea with a light citrus accent in the fragrance. The other notes, unfortunately, aren't perceptible. It's really disappointing when you look at the ingredients and realize that not even half of what's promised unfolds on your skin 😕
2/5
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The scent turned out quite soapy, to be honest. I expected it to be richer, because it smells different from the bottle. Maybe it's just me, or my mood wasn't the best. But, honestly, it couldn't improve it. The coconut just caused some kind of aversion. I don't know, maybe it's just not for everyone 😕
2/5
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Unfortunately, when I tested this fragrance, all I got was musk, which soon started smelling like soap. Maybe something went wrong, or my skin just didn't agree with it, but alas, this perfume and I just didn't click

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