Favourite

Favorite by John Ashwood is an olfactory journey that feels both intimate and grand. The opening immediately captures you with a sweet, deep, dark honey-like richness, mingled with ripe berry undertones that call to mind Concord grapes. It feels as if you are bathing in honey in the middle of a musky forest, the air carrying sweetness and mystery. From the very beginning, delicate swirls of incense weave through the composition, adding depth and a quiet meditative quality. This incense thread lingers beautifully through the mid and into the base, balancing the gourmand richness with something airy and spiritual. As it settles, Favorite reveals its true artistry in a gourmand drydown of vanilla, incense, and sandalwood, touched by earthy patchouli. The result is creamy, smoky, resinous, and grounded, with just the right amount of sweetness. Perfect for cold weather, this fragrance shines in winter and truly blossoms in the fall, when crisp air enhances its warmth and complexity. It is layered, alluring, and intricate, yet never overwhelming or cloying. For me, it is a masterpiece of balance, sweet yet dark, complex yet wearable, indulgent yet refined.