2828

2828 from the Austrian brand Acqua Alpes is a citrus scent first and foremost, launched in 2015. Woods, flowers and herbs each play a smaller supporting part.

Lemon, bergamot and mandarin give a sparkling, sunny opening: lemon sharp and clean, bergamot slightly bitter and tea-like, mandarin softer and sweeter. Basil adds a green, peppery herbal note that keeps the citrus from turning sugary. As the zest fades, a touch of jasmine softens the middle, and cedar lays down a dry, light woody base that holds the freshness on the skin.

Worn by anyone, 2828 suits warm weather best: spring mornings, summer afternoons, or after a shower when something clean and uncomplicated is wanted. Its herbal brightness also fits the office or daytime travel. Anyone who likes classic eau-de-cologne freshness with a little more green and wood should find it easy to get along with.

2828 — unisex fragrance by Acqua Alpes (released 2015). Notes: Basil, Bergamot, Cedar, Jasmine, Lemon, Mandarin Orange. — Parfica open fragrance database