VIKTOR&ROLF Spicebomb Eau De Toilette

In my opinion, this cologne is a hit from start to finish! The company was very successful in the creation of the fragrance, the name and the bottle chosen to involve this explosive liquid.

Spicebomb is composed by notes of bergamot, grapefruit and elemi resin, in the output; Saffron, chilli pepper and cinnamon, in the heart; tobacco, leather and a touch of vetiver, in the base. Not even the official website mentions the presence of lavender or lemon, as I've seen in some websites, including, in descriptions of stores.

For those who don't know, Elemi is a tropical tree (Canarium Luzonicum) which is native from the Philippines and Moluccas Islands, from which a natural gum is extracted, then is distilled to produce its essential oil. It has nuances very close to incense, but also can present green and aromatic tones of coriander.

Regarding the fragrance, it is sweet from the moment it touches the skin. There is, initially, a fruity and very ephemeral freshness, besides a strong incensed nuance, though creamy. This is the part where many think is the cinnamon acting, but it's not. As the scent continues evolving, the spices dominate the environment, literally (hence the name "Spice Bomb"). The Saffron screams! It's earthy, creamy and unique. Then, a mild cinnamon is sprinkled over this mix of nuances full of mysterious and sensuality. At the same time, the base starts getting more virile, when the leather and tobacco emerge, ending the evolution and keeping the fragrance warm and lasting. I hardly identify the vetiver, but it's right there, at the bottom, with dry aspect.

Fans of colognes such as 1 Million and Avant Garde, among others that walk through the families of oriental and spicy fragrances, will enjoy Spicebomb, for sure. I just don't think it's a cologne for those who seek to conquer someone. In my opinion, is a fragrance of the man who has already conquered what (or who) he wanted, the one who knows exactly what he wants and is not concerned about what people think about him. Moreover, it is impossible not to be noticed with this scent. It exudes and lasts with a lot of quality, behaving like an EDP, instead of an EDT.

Finally, I must praise the bottle, which is a grenade about to explode and still comes with the safety lock.
10 stars for concept, creation and result!

I like this. It is warm and cozy. It is unisex, in my opinion. I would feel very comfortable wearing this, and I'm a woman. This would be wonderful in autumn or winter, it reacts beautifully with cold weather. It's sweet, spicy – even the tobacco and leather give it a pleasing sweet and spicy note.

Wearing Spicebomb is like putting on your favorite fuzzy oversized sweater, the one that belonged to your grandfather and still smells like his pipe tobacco, pulling down a copy of a book that you love, and snuggling up in a big stuffed leather chair that your grandfather used to smoke pipes in, to read with a mug of chai tea.

I love the tobacco note in here! It really grounds the whole fragrance and adds the 'sweetness' that I think people are smelling, and the mysterious 'vanilla note' that everyone talks about – that's the tobacco!!!

A man or woman could also take a brisk walk in autumn or winter, in a sharp, smart-looking coat and a long, luxurious scarf while smelling of Spicebomb. They would smell AMAZING and everyone who hugged them when they got to the pub would comment on their wonderful scent. This scent hitting the chilly air is a great thing.

I'd heard so much hype about this one, I didn't know if Spicebomb could live up to it. But, as a woman, I love wearing this scent. It makes me feel cozy and happy. And if I smelled it on a man, it would be very appealing. Good for snuggling and cuddling. Not a 'sexy' scent on a man, but an appealing one that would make women want to get closer to you and cuddle up with you.

This is mild and soft. I don't get a lot of sillage here. This stays close to my skin and you wouldn't smell it on me unless you got into hug-range.

I don't get any citrus here, even though the profile and some reviews claim they are in the top notes.

I'm definitely buying a full bottle of this.

I'm very confused. What on earth is a "Gay" vibe? Sounds like something a straight man would say when he wants to wear a fragrance that's too.....unmanly for him. Seems very insecure and very offensive. Please clarify this. It's been used here quite a lot

Smells just like its name. Call me crazy, but I kind of prefer this one to the Extreme.

I've always kept at least one bottle of good smelling cologne on hand, occasionally switching out scents for the seasons. I just wanted to be "the good smelling guy" for the ladies. I never took collecting cologne seriously. Then Spicebomb entered my life and completely changed the game for me. As I entered my late 30's and my style began to change, my music choices matured and I began to leave childish things behind -- Spicebomb represented where I was in life and the man I was becoming. For me, this scent is absolutely amazing! The blast of citrus accords accompanied by pink pepper and cinnamon on the opening spray are so invigorating; and a beautiful dry down with leather and tobacco are so well balanced with the citrus, it's simply a brilliant fragrance! A girl once told me I smelled like roses and leather (which I thought was a good interpretation). During the winter, Spicebomb makes me want to put on my best denim jeans, a nice wool sweater and a pair of Red Wing boots. I let my beard stubble grow out just a little longer and I drink strong black coffee with no sweetener because Spicebomb is a mans game. If you wear Spicebomb and others aren't wanting to cuddle with you, you'll definitely want to make love to yourself over and over again.T