black anise

Fruit, Spice
5.0 (5)

Black Anise Eau de Parfum is a vibrant, smoky amber inspired by the late night.

With a heady opening of star anise, dynamic notes of juicy blackcurrant and rich cacao unfold in the heart. A base of tobacco lends a smoky sweetness reminsicent of late nights spent dancing.

Challenging notions of what can be achieved with natural fragrance, Black Anise is a powerful and long lasting scent for those who wish to be remembered.

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TOP Star anise
HEART Cacao, blackcurrant
BASE Tobacco
6ml
15mL
50mL
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Scent
A vibrant, smoky amber, Black Anise is a heavy, heady scent with deep notes of tobacco, cacao and star anise, contrasted with the sweetness of blackcurrant.
Mood
The end of a night out — dark, busy streets, dancing in cramped spaces, a smoky, sweet taste on your tongue. Black Anise is a sultry, late-night scent — long-lasting and immersive.
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INGREDIENT ORIGIN
clary sage abs France
davana oil India
cassis abs burgundy France
star anise oil China
tolu balsam *El Salvador
apricot seed oil (bitter almond oil) Morocco
cedarwood oil China
patchouli oil Indonesia
guaiac wood oil Paraguay
cade oil rect. India
cistus labdanum abs Spain
vanillin biotech *vanilla note
ambrettolide biotech *musk note
coffee pfico extract co2 *arabica blend
damascenone beta *naturally derived dark rose note
hexenyl butrate cis 3 *naturally derived red fruit note
hexyl acetate *naturally derived apple note
decalactone gamma *naturally derived cacao note
ethyl methyl butrate 2 *naturally derived berry note
anethol *naturally derived star anise extract
ambroxan *ambergris note
Base: Grain Alcohol (Not Denatured) - Italy *Organic (Eau De Parfum Only.)
100% natural fragrance
Master Perfumery
Biotechnology
Transparency

100% natural fragrance

We believe nothing is more important than what’s inside the bottle. We subvert the misconception that natural ingredients aren’t enough. The very original perfumery palette, nature provides everything our Master Perfumers and innovative scientists need to create distinct, sophisticated modern perfume, surpassing petrochemical-derived synthetics.

Our fragrances are made from natural, plant-derived ingredients that are readily biodegradable in our ecosystem. All of our products are vegan and cruelty free with all ingredients ethically sourced. We believe in complete ingredient transparency and provide a full list of ingredients in all our fragrances.

Master Perfumery

New Zealand's only Master Perfumer, Isaac Sinclair became Abel Founder Frances' first ally in the quest to disrupt an industry that didn't believe natural perfume could be chic, modern, or stand up alongside the world's best.

"Naturals have an (often misguided) reputation for being simple, subtle and organic smelling. As in any creative pursuit, there comes a time when you find yourself wanting to push the boundaries, to see if you can play right at the edges and surprise everyone." - Isaac

Biotechnology

Our approach to perfumery combines the innovation of biotechnology with the artistry of master perfumers. Biotechnology uses living organisms to grow, enhance and elevate our ingredient palette, eliminating the need for petrochemical-derived synthetics. It allows us to craft sustainable, long-lasting scents that work with — not against — the rhythms of nature.

Transparency

From our bottles and packaging to our ingredients and creative process, we’ll always be upfront about the way we do things.

The fragrance world has always been shrouded in secrecy. At Abel, we’re passionate about changing that. From our bottles and packaging to our ingredients and creative process, we’ll always be upfront about the way we do things.

Always conscious of our environmental footprint, we never introduce a new fragrance to our core collection without removing one first. Defying industry trends of excess, our ‘one in, one out’ policy embodies the mindful approach underscoring everything we do.
“Abel Black Anise captures the essence of mystery, perfect for evenings that stretch into the early hours. Its smoky amber base exudes warmth, while vibrant top notes of anise and spice add a certain dramatic factor. Inspired by the ambiance of dimly lit lounges and whispered conversations, this scent is both bold and refined.”
“My favorite is their latest genderless release, Black Anise 100% Natural Eau de Parfum, the brand’s moodiest and smokiest scent yet.”
“Black Anise is a memorable scent that hits you first with the sweetness of star anise, blackcurrant and cacao, before mellowing to linger with a spicy, smoky amber and tobacco – an ideal combination for sultry winter nights.”
“Darker, moodier and smokier than what many would typically associate with the botanical reputation of natural perfumery Abel’s newest eau de parfum, Black Anise, has been created to challenge expectations.”
“Black Anise challenges the notion that plant-based fragrances must be light and airy. Instead, it offers a rich, complex, and daring alternative that will appeal to conscious consumers looking for a scent that is both non-toxic and sexy.Sultry, sexy and non-toxic. This is a chic and nuanced option for the conscious consumer.”
black anise

In creating Black Anise, Isaac and I set out to prove to the world once and for all that natural didn’t need to mean simple, botanical and subtle. That, done well, natural perfume can also be dark, sexy and strong.
To create this sultry intense beauty, we turned to the depths of the natural palette. Dark spices such as the scent’s namesake star anise have a silky rich aspect, especially when expertly paired with intense cassis and dark cherry. The heart and base of this scent came together in a flurry of vices - coffee, cacao and Isaac’s late night tobacco, cade and guaiac accord.
The overall effect is a confident, broody late night scent that will take you anywhere and be sure to turn heads.
Frances

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