The Blazing Mr Sam is a bold, spicy‑sweet masculine fragrance released in 2018 as part of Penhaligon’s Portraits collection. It combines hot and cold spices with warm woods and a sensual, slightly exotic base, creating a confident and charismatic scent profile. The fragrance feels energetic, inviting, and richly textured — ideal for autumn and winter, as well as evening occasions where warmth and presence are essential.
Notes
Top: Cardamom, Cinnamon
Heart: Black Pepper, Saffron, Cumin
Base: Tobacco, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli
This fragrance opens with a vibrant hit of cardamom and cinnamon, producing an immediate spicy warmth that’s both lively and comforting. As it moves into the heart, black pepper introduces a sharper edge while saffron adds smoothness and richness, with cumin providing subtle earthy depth. The effect is spicy, warm, and engaging without feeling harsh. In the dry‑down, creamy vanilla blends with cedarwood and patchouli to create a woody, slightly sweet base, while tobacco adds a smoky, masculine nuance that rounds everything out beautifully. The overall impression is a warm, spicy, aromatic scent with a seductive woody‑sweet undertone, offering strong presence and excellent longevity.
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3 ml Roll on Oil, 6 ml Roll on Oil, 12 ml Roll on Oil, 30 ml Extrait Spray, 50 ml Extrait Spray, 100 ml Extrait Spray |
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