Amber Intense

Amber Intense by the German brand Birkholz is, in practice, a woody fragrance, with sweet and resinous facets close behind and light touches of spice, flowers and citrus. It was released in 2017 and is presented as shared.

The opening combines labdanum, a sticky resin with a warm, leathery, ambery character, with rose, saffron and bergamot. Saffron adds a warm, slightly metallic spice and bergamot a fresh lift. The heart is woody: cedar brings dry clarity, guaiac wood a smoky tone, and patchouli an earthy depth, while apple adds an unexpected crisp sweetness. The base returns to labdanum for its amber glow, with sandalwood giving creaminess, vanilla a soft sweetness and musk a smooth finish.

Worn by anyone, it suits autumn and winter, evenings and occasions where a rich, warm scent is welcome. It will appeal to someone who likes ambery, resinous woods with a little spice.

Amber Intense — unisex fragrance by Birkholz (released 2017). Top notes: Rose, Saffron, Bergamot, Labdanum. Heart notes: Apple, Patchouli, Cedar, Guaiac Wood. Base notes: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk, Labdanum. — Parfica open fragrance database