Five o'clock au gingembre
A warm, ginger-led amber-spice fragrance evoking English teatime, where candied ginger, bergamot and tea-like nuances melt into honeyed spice, cocoa and patchouli over a soft amber base.
Perfumer: Christopher Sheldrake
Five o'clock au gingembre
A warm, ginger-led amber-spice fragrance evoking English teatime, where candied ginger, bergamot and tea-like nuances melt into honeyed spice, cocoa and patchouli over a soft amber base.
Scent Development and Character
A vivid candied ginger accord opens the fragrance, brightened by citrusy bergamot and a flicker of tea-like freshness. Soon, warmer facets of honeyed spice, cinnamon and pepper develop over a cocoa- and patchouli-tinged base, giving an impression of gingerbread, dark wood and soft amber rather than a strict note pyramid. The overall effect is a cozy, lightly gourmand amber-spice composition that remains airy enough for everyday wear.
Who It Is For and When to Wear It
Best suited to cooler weather or air‑conditioned environments, this eau de parfum wears with moderate projection and a soft, enveloping trail, adaptable to daytime or relaxed evening use in casual to smart‑casual settings. Best in autumn and winter, with possible use on cooler spring days. Sillage is Moderate sillage with a noticeable but not overpowering halo that softens to a close skin scent over time. Longevity is Moderate longevity, often around 6–8 hours on skin depending on application and conditions.
Perfumer and Bottle
Released in 2008, this is presented as Eau de parfum and credited to Christopher Sheldrake. Rectangular Collection Noire glass bottle in clear glass with straight sides, a black cap, and a black label bearing the Serge Lutens logo and the fragrance name Five o'clock au gingembre in white text.
