Tonkaholic Esse Strikes The Notes

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2024

At a glance

Is Tonkaholic Esse Strikes The Notes worth trying?

Tonkaholic by Esse Strikes The Notes is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
vanilla, amber, warm spicy with Vanilla Flower, Coffee, Freesia

The first impression

Tonkaholic by Esse Strikes The Notes is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Tonkaholic was launched in 2024. Tonkaholic was created by Luca Maffei and Paolo Cerizza. Top notes are Vanilla Flower, Coffee, Freesia and Lily of the Valley; middle notes are Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Sugar and Jasmine; base notes are Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Musk and Amberwood.

What shapes the scent

vanilla 100%
amber 85%
warm spicy 70%
sweet 60%
woody 50%
powdery 40%
musky 35%
coffee 30%
floral 25%
white floral 20%

The perfumer behind it

Luca Maffei

Luca Maffei

Luca Maffei is an Italian perfumer known for his work with Acca Kappa, creating scents like Black Pepper & Sandalwood and Tilia Cordata. He also composed Amnesia Rose for Aedes de Venustas and Ambre Gris for Alyssa Ashley. Maffei's style often blends natural ingredients with modern sophistication. His portfolio includes a range of floral, woody, and aromatic compositions.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Vanilla Flower Vanilla Flower
Coffee Coffee
Freesia Freesia
Lily of the Valley Lily of the Valley

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Tonka Bean Tonka Bean
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Sugar Sugar
Jasmine Jasmine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Tonka Bean Tonka Bean
Vanilla Vanilla
Musk Musk
Amberwood Amberwood

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Tonkaholic Esse Strikes The Notes

Essence

The Alchemist archetype is one of transformation, of turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. Tonkaholic, with its intoxicating blend of vanilla, tonka bean, and coffee, embodies this spirit perfectly. It is a fragrance that feels like a secret recipe, a potion brewed in a dimly lit workshop. The warm, spicy notes suggest a mind always at work, always experimenting.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor rich textures and deep colors-velvet, suede, and burnished metals. Their wardrobe is a mix of the antique and the avant-garde, with perhaps a vintage pocket watch or a pair of handmade boots. The aesthetic is layered and complex, much like the fragrance itself. Every detail feels deliberate, as if each piece were part of a larger experiment.

Philosophy & Values

The Alchemist believes in the magic of the everyday, in the potential for reinvention. The fragrance's sweet, woody notes reflect their love of contrast and balance. They value curiosity above all else, always seeking to uncover the hidden connections between things. Life, to them, is a series of puzzles waiting to be solved.

Relationships

They are drawn to fellow seekers, to those who share their passion for discovery. Romantic partners are chosen for their ability to keep up with the Alchemist's restless mind. The fragrance's moderate sillage mirrors their preference for relationships that are intense but not overwhelming, deep but not suffocating.

Lifestyle

Their days are filled with projects-perhaps a home distillery, a collection of rare spices, or a shelf of tinctures. They might spend hours perfecting a recipe or jotting down ideas in a leather-bound notebook. The fragrance's longevity reflects their commitment to seeing things through, to following an idea to its logical conclusion.

Shadow

The Alchemist risks becoming too lost in their own world, too detached from reality. The fragrance's powdery undertones hint at a potential for escapism or obsession. They must remember to step back occasionally, to appreciate the results of their labor as much as the process.

Conclusion

Tonkaholic is a fragrance for those who see the world as a laboratory, who believe in the power of transformation. It is a scent for the Alchemist-a reminder that even the most ordinary ingredients can create something extraordinary.