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Penhaligon'sBritish Tales

Hammam Bouquet (EDT)

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Debut

Hammam Bouquet (Original Release)

Price Range
$78 – $380

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"Hammam Bouquet is a historic Penhaligon's fragrance created in 1872 by William Penhaligon. Its character is distinctly Victorian and dandyish, pairing aromatic lavender and brisk bergamot with a dusty floral heart. Rose, jasmine, cedarwood, and orris give the composition a dry, powdery, old-world texture. Amber, musk, and sandalwood form a warm, creamy, gently animalic foundation. The result is an unconventional oriental-floral fragrance with strong historical character rather than a streamlined modern profile. Its powdery florals and vintage-style musk can feel polarizing, but they are central to its distinctive identity."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Fall
Winter
Spring

Ideal Weather

Cold
Mild
Dry
Cloudy

Moods

Elegant
Sophisticated
Mysterious
Luxurious
Confident

Occasions

Formal
Dinner
Ceremony
Date
Meeting

Fun Facts

Hammam Bouquet was created after William Penhaligon opened his Jermyn Street barbershop near London's Turkish baths.

It is notably associated with William Penhaligon personally and is described as the only fragrance in the house catalog signed by him.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/8h
Top Notes
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FreshCitrusFloralPowderyFougèreWoodySweetOriental

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–1h 12m

lavender
bergamot
Middle Notes

1h 12m–3h 36m

bulgarian rose
orris root
jasmine
cedar
Base Notes

3h 36m–8h

musk
sandalwood
amber

Performance

Longevity
80%

Long-lasting (6-8h)

Sillage
70%

Strong

Reviews Summary

“Hammam Bouquet is regarded as a historically important and highly distinctive fragrance. Its powdery rose, orris, sandalwood, musk, and amber profile is praised for nostalgic elegance and old-world gravitas, while its dense Victorian boudoir and barbershop character may be challenging for casual wearers.”

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