10
Notes
8
Accords
1
Perfumer
Apple Brandy on the Rocks
feminine
Created by Sidonie Lancesseur
Apple Brandy on the Rocks by By Kilian is a Aromatic Fruity fragrance for women and men. Apple Brandy on the Rocks was launched in 2021. The nose behind this fragrance is Sidonie Lancesseur. Top notes are Cardamom and Bergamot; middle notes are Apple, Rum, Brandy, Pineapple, Vanilla and Moss; base notes are Cedar and Ambroxan.
Best Season
82%
Win
66%
Spr
36%
Sum
100%
Fall
Day & Night
71%
Day
78%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
4,493 votes
4.12
Love it
2.0k45%
Like it
1.5k33%
OK
61714%
Dislike
2916%
Hate it
852%
Community Insights
MixedBased on 44 community opinions from Reddit
6.5
/ 10 community score
Apple Brandy On The Rocks features an impressive, realistic crisp apple opening that captures a unique brandy cocktail concept, but suffers from short longevity and an overly prominent smoky drydown that some find off-putting. Community consensus is divided—those who appreciate the novelty concept and smoky warmth appreciate it, while others find the smokiness too intense and the short-lived apple note disappointing.
Strengths
- Crisp and realistic apple opening
- Unique take on apple brandy cocktail concept
- Fits the Kilian brand aesthetic well
- Warm boozy and smoky character in drydown
Weaknesses
- Poor longevity - apple opening fades quickly
- Smoky drydown can smell like stale smoke or body odor
- Excessively smoky for some wearers
- Limited seasonal versatility
Best for
Cool autumn and winter eveningsNiche fragrance enthusiastsThose who enjoy smoky woody scentsEvening wear occasions
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
