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I like my fragrance the way I like my cocktails: spirit-forward. Turns out, I’m far from alone. Boozy notes have infiltrated the fragrance landscape, evolving from niche indulgence to full-blown obsession—and as we barrel toward 2026, they’re only getting louder. Think less sugary spritz, more last call at a candlelit bar. Perfume houses are leaning hard into notes like bourbon, rum, cognac, champagne, gin and even cherry liqueur. These scents evoke a feeling of warmth, intimacy and just a little indulgence. It makes sense. As temperatures drop and layers pile on, fragrance cravings shift toward something richer, darker and more sensual. Boozy perfumes don’t just sit on the skin; they tend to smoulder and linger. My first foray into the category was with Maison Margiela Replica Jazz Club and Kilian’s Angel’s Share (a known favourite of Beyoncé), which helped pave the way, proving that alcohol-inspired scents could feel elevated rather than novelty. But don’t get it twisted, these aren’t party perfumes, they’re more like mood setters. They conjure velvet booths, dim lighting and the kind of confidence that comes from knowing exactly who you are.
Sober or not, try a spritz because these boozy brews are the ones worth getting intoxicated by.
Kayali Oudgasm Chocolate Oud | 11 Eau de Parfum Intense
I’m not typically a chocolate person (on skin or on dessert plates), but this one changed my mind. Oud cuts through the sweetness, keeping things smooth and restrained, while light spice and woods give it depth. The boozy element? Spiced rum. Think crisp autumn air, golden light and something warm waiting at the end of the day.
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Tom Ford Lost Cherry Eau de Parfum
Consider this your after-hours scent. Juicy black cherry (another major note trend) liqueur opens with a near-edible depth, then settles into a smooth blend of almond, vanilla and velvety florals. Equal parts indulgent and composed, it’s the kind of fragrance that lingers long after you’ve left the room.
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Maison Margiela ‘REPLICA’ Jazz Club Eau de Toilette
Released in 2013, this blend arguably launched the movement. Smoky, boozy and mysterious, it captures the atmosphere of a dimly lit speakeasy in New Orleans, without tipping into cliché. Rum and tobacco leaf lead, wrapped in warm vanilla and subtle spice, creating a scent that feels intimate and lived-in. [cta affiliate=”skimlinks” align=”center” format=”button” url=”https://www.sephora.com/ca/en/product/replica-jazz-club-P385350″]Shop Now[/cta]
Gucci Guilty Absolu de Parfum Pour Homme
This one leans dark, warm and quietly indulgent. A smooth rum accord sets the tone, wrapped in amber and woods that feel intimate. Orange flower absolute adds a flash of brightness up top, while bitter almond keeps things sharp. As it develops, labdanum and tonka bean bring depth, spiked with a subtle hit of red chili pepper that adds heat without tipping into spice-bomb territory.
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Kilian Angel’s Share
If indulgence had a signature scent, this would be it. Angel’s Share is rich, warm and unapologetically decadent—built around a boozy cognac accord that feels instantly intoxicating. There’s a smooth sweetness running through it, thanks to notes of cinnamon, tonka bean and oak, but nothing about it feels sugary or juvenile. Instead, it wears like liquid gold: plush, enveloping and deeply comforting. Inspired by the aging of spirits in oak barrels, the fragrance captures that moment when warmth, spice and sweetness melt into something quietly luxurious. It’s also famously a go-to for Beyoncé—which, frankly, tracks. [cta affiliate=”skimlinks” align=”center” format=”button” url=”https://www.sephora.com/ca/en/product/kilian-angels-share-eau-de-parfum-P465332″]Shop Now[/cta] 
French Avenue Royal Blend Bourbon Eau De Parfum
Welcome to your bourbon fantasy, a good substitute for the brown spirit while the tariffs are still holding strong. Warm, smooth and slightly smoky, it opens with a rich, barrel-aged booziness that feels instantly comforting, like stepping into a wood-lined lounge on a cold night. Vanilla softens the edges, while subtle spice and oak give it structure and depth, keeping it from tipping too sweet. The result is plush but polished, indulgent without being overpowering. [cta affiliate=”amazon” align=”center” format=”button” url=”https://www.amazon.ca/Fragrance-World-French-Avenue-Royal/dp/B0DWXVT18S/ref=asc_df_B0DWXVT18S?mcid=8fe7a6e367d03008b241c1ee95ff7a59&tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=706725225099&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17114772928581146548&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9000934&hvtargid=pla-2418250824942&psc=1&hvocijid=17114772928581146548-B0DWXVT18S-&hvexpln=0&gad_source=4″]Shop Now[/cta] Continue Reading
