Cardamom Coffee

Cardamom Coffee by Lush is a bold, warm gourmand fragrance that opens with a powerful blast of roasted coffee and cardamom, creating an intense, almost overwhelming experience. The coffee note is prominent initially but fades rapidly, leaving behind a rich, sweet cardamom core that lingers for hours. Over time, the scent evolves into a smooth, spicy, and slightly smoky dry-down with hints of oud, olive wood, and a soft, creamy sweetness—reminiscent of dark chocolate and warm cardamom buns. The fragrance is deeply autumnal and winter-focused, offering a cozy, enveloping quality ideal for long evenings by the fire. While the projection is moderate and longevity is often reported as moderate to long, it tends to shift fast from the initial coffee burst to the dominant cardamom and woody base, with the coffee disappearing within 30 minutes. It’s a unisex, comfortable scent that leans heavily on spice and sweetness, with some users noting a medicinal, bath bomb-like quality reminiscent of Lush’s signature aesthetic. Due to its strong cardamom focus and sweet, gourmand character, it’s not a literal coffee scent in the long term and may not satisfy those seeking a pure coffee fragrance. It’s best enjoyed as a personal, intimate layering scent rather than a strong statement perfume.