Cafe Arabesque is a 2026 release from artisanal perfumery Les Indemodables, composed by renowned French perfumer Antoine Lie. Les Indemodables aims to "dust off the writing codes of the great olfactory families by playing with overdoses of ingredients or unexpected associations, but without ever betraying the foundations of these olfactory constructions." Cafe Arabesque has an aromatic palette of warm spicy coffee with ambered vanilla.
From Les Indemodables:
"We are the first perfume house to commit to a responsible approach within this iconic sector, and we are proud to present this new and unique creation, a true ode to specialty coffee! Antoine Lie drew upon his own experience, which allowed him to discover coffee from a new perspective, closer to the terroirs and their nuances. This creation plays on contrasts, follows in the tradition of oriental fragrances, and enhances the olfactory complexity of this exclusive coffee extract.
The composition opens with fresh and sparkling notes that instantly remind us of the aromatic, woody, and licorice facets of a characterful 'ristretto'!
But this fragrance isn't just vertical; it gradually unveils a creamy 'mochaccino' accord with subtle hints of cocoa powder and lightly roasted hazelnut. The base reveals a sensual and extremely addictive trail. A truly elegant and refined scent that creates an irresistible urge to reapply."
Specialty coffee Brazil ultrasound extract "Grand Cru" 6%
Benzoin "Large Tears" resinoid Laos "Grand Cru" 0.8%
Sandalwood New Caledonia essence "Grand Cru" 1.1%
Maturation: 2 weeks (letting the mixed formula (fragrance) mature for 1-3 weeks, depending on the composition)
Maceration: 1 week (the fragrance is mixed with alcohol, and the solution is left to rest for 1-3 weeks, depending on the composition)
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