Firewater
Ginger and grapefruit open with a sharp, fresh-spicy citrus burst that quickly settles.
The scent fingerprint
Weighted by intensity across 12 accords.
Every perfume in Sillage is represented as a distribution across canonical accord slugs — a lingua franca for scent. Two fragrances with overlapping fingerprints are scent-twins, even if they share no literal note.
- Marine60
- Fresh Spicy60
- Aromatic50
- Woody
The note pyramid
- Ginger
- Grapefruit
- Osmanthus
- Seaweed
- Birch
- Guaiac Wood
By the editors · 2 min readGinger and grapefruit open with a sharp, fresh-spicy citrus burst that quickly settles. Osmanthus provides a leathery-apricot heart note, adding a fruity unctuousness to the composition. Seaweed introduces a distinct marine salinity, while birch and vetiver contribute smoky, earthy woody accents. Labdanum and benzoin create a resinous, slightly sweet base that grounds the aquatic elements. The scent evolves from bright citrus to a complex marine-woody dry-down with subtle smokiness. Projection is moderate with good longevity, ideal for cool weather casual or outdoor wear.
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