As part of our Summer Cocktail theme of the month, this time we’re diving into the vibrant world of Sangria – a refreshing Spanish punch that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Just as Sangria blends various fruits and spirits, our featured fragrances combine unique notes to create olfactory experiences reminiscent of this beloved cocktail…
If you’re looking for a recipe to whip up a delicious batch of Sangria yourself, while you ponder these scents (and who can blame you?) there’s a very helpful guide plus accompanying video on the Good Food website. Meanwhile, let’s uncork these intoxicating scents and discover how we feel these perfumes have bottled the spirit of Sangria!
4160Tuesdays Take Me To The River
This fragrance captures the laid-back feeling of a summer Sangria with its prominent red wine note. The scent opens with a burst of fruity aromas, reminiscent of ripe berries and citrus, before revealing a rich, velvety red wine and rum accord. As it develops, hints of spice and woody notes emerge, mirroring Sangria’s complexity.
£100 for 50ml eau de parfum in our shop
Shay & Blue Blood Oranges
Blood Oranges delivers a zesty explosion of juicy blood orange, evoking bright citrus notes in Sangria, underpinned by a sensual blend of musk, charred woods, and smoky leather, this refreshing yet sophisticated scent intriguingly captures the essence of summer, making it a perfect companion for warm evenings.
£65 for 100ml eau de parfum in our shop
DKNY Be Delicious
Be Delicious original showcases the crisp, tart green apple note often found in Sangria variations. This fragrance opens with a burst of green apple freshness, balanced by subtle floral notes. The result is a clean, refreshing scent that captures the essence of biting into a crisp apple slice floating in your Sangria. Yum!
£47 for 30ml eau de parfum theperfumeshop.com
Initio Parfums Narcotic Delight
Narcotic Delight incorporates the warmth and depth of brandy, blending rich, boozy notes with sweet and spicy accords, creating an intoxicating scent that mirrors the complexity of a well-aged spirit. The result is a sophisticated and alluring fragrance that’s a perfect addition to our Sangria-inspired suggestions.
£245 for 90ml eau de parfum harveynichols.com
Maison Crivelli Oud Cadenza
Oud Cadenza brings the spicy warmth of cinnamon to our Sangria theme. This fragrance combines the rich, woody notes of oud with the sweet spiciness of cinnamon, creating a complex and alluring scent. The cinnamon accord adds a tingle of warmth and depth of aromatic spice to the delicious date & sugar cane accord.
£220 for 50ml extrait de parfum harrods.com (currently out of stock online due to popularity / exclusivity to Harrods, but check in store!)
Written by Suzy Nightingale