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2014: the world took its first breath of Mandarin Tea Shanghai Tang. By character, a feminine fragrance drawing from the fern and citrus families. It was created by perfumer Carlos Benaïm. An eau de toilette — light-footed, but utterly unforgettable.
It carries a noticeable sillage, leaving a trail that lingers pleasantly in the air. It's a light presence — longevity is low, perfect for those who love something airy. Country of origin — China: no wonder the fragrance turned out this refined. Mandarin Tea Shanghai Tang unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance has low persistence and lasts on the skin for about 2–3 hours, gradually fading and smoothly revealing its main notes
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The note pyramid of Mandarin Tea evolves as a layered story, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The signature of Shanghai Tang is recognizable in details that define the fragrance identity. Every decision feels deliberate, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de toilette sets the right density and pace of development.
The olfactory framework is driven by these accords: Citrus, Floral and Wood with each one in a clear role. The gender direction is feminine, which makes the scent profile easier to read. For persistence Low indicates a stable lasting impression. In projection Noticeable describes the way the scent radiates.
In a unified mixed pyramid the notes arrive together with a energetic fresh mood: Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Petitgrain and Tea.
The deeper layers are read as a continuous motion from lift to depth, which keeps the fragrance coherent.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Citrus, Floral, Green and Wood.
In summary Mandarin Tea sounds complete from start to finish — the start forms character, the central phase adds depth, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the scent structures best experienced through real development.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Shanghai Tang |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | China |
| Website | https://www.shanghaitang.com |
| Year of production | 2014 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | Inter Parfums |
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