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Crane d’Or Absinthe Yan Frolov, brought to life in 2017, is classified as a unisex fragrance, falling within the spicy and aromatic families. Perfumer Yan Froloff poured every ounce of mastery into this one.
Country of origin — Russia, and that already says something about the quality. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The composition of Crane d’Or Absinthe is built as a living composition, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The signature of Yan Frolov is evident from the opening to the final trail. No excess details, only what works, and the composition keeps a clear direction.
At the note-group layer the profile is anchored in Drinks, Sweet, Floral and Aromatic. The palette also extends to Spicy. Within olfactory families the fragrance belongs to Aromatic and Spicy.
When the pyramid is blended into one block the fragrance opens as a single chord with a playful drinkable mood: Absinthe, Honey and Rose. In this format 3 notes act as one integrated frame, creating cocktail versatility that feels seamless.
The deeper layers are read as a smooth transition from opening to trail, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
The olfactory framework is built around these accords: Aromatic, Gourmet and Floral with each one in a clear role. The stylistic positioning is unisex, which clarifies the composition character.
In summary Crane d’Or Absinthe holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the central phase adds depth, and the base secures the trail. This is the type of composition best experienced in wear.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Yan Frolov |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | Russia |
| Website | https://yanfrolov.com |
| Year of production | 2017 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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Sometimes the honey note can sound quite animalistic and even urinal. But in Crane d'Or Absinthe, the honey remains on a gourmet note, although a connection to the drink is still felt. However, the final note, devoid of animalistic shades, seems a bit dull and thin compared to the main sound. But, from the point of view of the drink, this is quite justified - it is important to preserve the aromatic-aquatic tone without overloading the formula with traditional oriental ingredients. Plump buds of embalmed roses in the light of flickering candles look as if they are covered with transparent golden skulls of fairies!!!