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California Chocolate Olympic Orchids Artisan
by Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes
California Chocolate smells like a bold, fruity gourmand with bright citrus and dark chocolate notes, opening with a sharp burst of grapefruit and orange that evokes a tangy, boozy liqueur. It’s most reminiscent of a Jaffa Cake or chocolate-covered orange candy—crisp, sweet, and layered with a subtle medicinal or
Pros
- +delightfully edible and lifelike chocolate-orange scent with a realistic, authentic profile
- +a well-balanced composition that transitions from citrus-forward to more vanillic and earthy in the drydown, providing complexity
- +good longevity that lasts several hours without being overpowering
Cons
- −the chocolate note is dry, powdery, and lacks richness or depth, making it feel stale or synthetic
- −the base includes a powdery, soapy, or slightly musty patchouli and musk that can make the fragrance feel less refined
- −the perfume can feel overly citric or sharp in opening, and some find it more candle-like than wearable