Rosa Hiemalis vs Baraonda — Fragrance Comparison | Fraganty
Rosa Hiemalis vs Baraonda
Side-by-side comparison of Rosa Hiemalis by Rosae Virtus and Baraonda by Nasomatto
Rosae Virtus
2023feminine
4.28(25)
Accords
Nasomatto
2016feminine
4.42(5,684)
Accords
Comparison Summary
Shared Accords (2)
RoseFloral
Attribute
Rosa Hiemalis
Baraonda
Brand
Rosae Virtus
Nasomatto
Year
2023
2016
Rating
4.28
4.42
Concentration
—
—
Gender
feminine
feminine
Total Notes
0
0
Community Sentiment Pulse — Baraonda
Positive
43 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
8.2
/10
Baraonda is highly regarded as a masterfully blended whiskey fragrance that garners exceptional compliments and appeals even to non-perfume enthusiasts. Most community members love its unique character and longevity, though a few find it overly syrupy or experience weak projection on their skin. It's considered a gem in the Nasomatto collection and a worthwhile investment for those seeking a sophisticated boozy scent.
Positive
Unique whiskey/boozy scent with excellent blending of whiskey, wood, and floral notes
Highly complimented fragrance with strong performance and longevity due to extrait concentration
Converts non-perfume wearers; appeals broadly with addictive, beautiful character
Well-crafted masterpiece from respected niche house
Negative
Can be too syrupy and rich for some tastes
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Rosa Hiemalis and Baraonda?+
Rosa Hiemalis is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rosae Virtus (2023) dominated by Rose accords. Baraonda is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nasomatto (2016) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Rose, Floral.
Rose
100%
Floral
24%
Yellow Floral
24%
Green
15%
Aromatic
6%
Balsamic
4%
Best: Winter (100%)Day (100%)
Woody
100%
Whiskey
79%
Musky
66%
Rose
33%
Floral
31%
Amber
25%
Best: Fall (100%)Night (91%)
Which is better, Rosa Hiemalis or Baraonda?
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By community rating, Rosa Hiemalis scores 4.28/5 vs Baraonda at 4.42/5. Baraonda's standout strength: Unique whiskey/boozy scent with excellent blending of whiskey, wood, and floral notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Rosa Hiemalis and Baraonda smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Baraonda: Baraonda is highly regarded as a masterfully blended whiskey fragrance that garners exceptional compliments and appeals even to non-perfume enthusiasts.
Which lasts longer, Rosa Hiemalis or Baraonda?+
Baraonda: Highly complimented fragrance with strong performance and longevity due to extrait concentration Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Rosa Hiemalis vs Baraonda?+
Rosa Hiemalis scores highest for winter wear; Baraonda scores highest for fall wear. Rosa Hiemalis leans daytime, Baraonda leans evening.
Projection may be weak on certain skin types
Difficult to find testing opportunities and expensive samples
