Fig Tea

It's a relief to discover I'm not the only one smitten by this fragrance. And it's interesting to see how much divergence of opinion there is in what it smells like. The opening is the one phase of this scent I don't like - photorealistic fig flesh. If you've ever made fig jam you know this smell, hot, juicy fig bubbling in a pan. Not at all what I enjoy smelling like. Happily this phase only lasts 5-10 minutes and then it's on to the main event, this gorgeous, dry osmanthus/mate scent that I suspect is addicting because it is something I find myself craving this especially in summer. The ending gives a little more space to the amber which provides a bit of sweetener to the finish. It's the long lasting, gorgeous middle that I crave. On me, even in the heat, sillage and longevity are good. Edit: More evidence of how polarizing this fragrance is: in the original version of Perfumes: the Guide, Tania Sanchez gives this one star, which I always thought was the one review in the guide where they simply got it wrong. In the new version of the Guide, Luca Turin give this four stars, saying it's one of the best treatments of osmanthus. Tania says she still hates it. I still spend the first few hours wondering why I put this on, but it just keeps getting better and by the next morning, I want it again.

As a devoted tea fragrance enthusiast, Nicolai Fig Tea consistently ranks among my top 3 most beloved tea scents. The mate tea note is subtly fragrant, yet its projection is remarkably impressive. The mate tea, combined with the incredibly captivating osmanthus flower, has led me to purchase my third bottle – purely because I'm addicted to the feeling of wearing it to work. It's a gentle floral tea scent with impressive longevity and sillage. Nicolai has crafted this fragrance exceptionally well; it feels both modern and fresh, yet simultaneously nostalgic and classic. The scent isn't overpowering but diffuses very gently, just enough to make a subtle impression on those around you. It's a versatile fragrance, suitable for work, dates, or simply meeting an old friend. The osmanthus, jasmine, and mate tea combination is simply exquisite on my skin. It lasts for over 8 hours on the skin and more than 10 hours on clothing.

I absolutely love Fig Tea! I purchased it as a tester since I love most everything from the House of Nicolai and boy was I pleasantly surprised! For me, it opens with a perfect blend of osmanthus, fig, a tiny hint of jasmine, artemisia and guaiac wood. At first I thought it might be a little too floral, but the drydown was absolutely lovely and blended to perfection. I can't stop smelling my wrist! It did become a skin scent within just a few minutes, but that's ok, it's the kind of private perfume that you share with your lover when he holds you close. Fig Tea is perfect for any occasion and a great scent for spring and summer, and very office appropriate. I imagine this is what Jayne Seymour would've worn in the movie Somewhere in Time with Christopher Reeve. Very private and oh so sensual.... Longevity 5/10 Sillage 3/10 Projection 3/10

I've been searching for an osmanthus frag for a while, and am so glad to encounter this beauty. This is by far THE MOST realistic osmanthus that revokes my childhood memory in China. The fruity but refreshing facade of osmanthus is well captured here (some may say it smells like apricot). I don't get the bitter mate tea at all, but there's definitely a hint of tea/greenness in the background. The DNA may seem to be similar to Memo Inle, because they both focus on osmanthus + mate. However, Inle is much heavier on the mate (almost 50/50), and Fig Tea is more osmanthus dominant (90/10). There are also many other frags that have the osmanthus note (such as amouage sunshine, TOC osmanthus, hermes osmanthus yunan etc.), but osmanthus is never the start of the show. Fig tea is all about osmanthus, which is why I love it.

vdxl, about longevity you have a point there, I never really spray more than 3times, perhaps I'm overly considerate with my surroundigs :P though I will try out at home, for solely my joy :) and I was fortunate enough to meet with Kiss Me Tender, but (on me) only vanille was detectable, though these days I was wondering about giving it another try, because my first and second encouter with it was in spring and summer. from Patricia Nicolai I do love Sacreblue (no longevity issues there). "We perfumistas should thank Patricia de Nicolai for her gorgeus creations :)" couldn't agree with you more :) edit: retested KMT, it's still mainly vanille on me, overall has a 100% resemblance to my cupcake doll from my childhood, that's why I couldn't take it too seriously.

The mix of osmanthus, orange, and tea is lovely. It invokes 'refreshing' and 'luminous' and yes, watercolors. Watercolors are quite beautiful. I only have a sample so I'm unable to spray, but I suspect that it's not going to perform in projection. It is lovely and stylistically reminds me of Osmanthus Yunnan, which I prefer, OY has more depth and complexity to it (but OY is my signature scent, so I'm biased) If I were looking for another osmanthus tea scent, I would purchase this, and I am tempted anyway because it's very well done with nothing synthetic to it. It's a wistful love for me. However, I already own Osmanthus Yunnan and the drydown reminds me of Yuzu Rouge which I also own, both of which are less delicate scents.

After wearing a sample of Fig Tea for a few days I ordered a full bottle. It's the right balanced amount of sweet and herbal for me. I can wear this fragrance easily every day. It's pleasant and doesn't interfere with dining. Wear it to lunch with your friends! They won't complain - they will more than likely compliment you. I can smell the fig and the tea and some florals, though I can't pick out specific flowers. It's just a nice, soothing blend of fragrances. It's not a beast when it comes to longevity, but then it is an EDT. I think for an EDT it's absolutely acceptable in the longevity and sillage departments. I recommend Fig Tea unless you're searching for a sex siren stank or a fragrance for a formal night out.

this is a clever, elegant perfume. I'm curious if relatively low scores are due to the expectations placed upon the name. it's fresh, clean, juicy without being sweet, and herbaceous. a sophisticated warm weather day scent with moderate to low sillage, and average longevity. it's office safe in my mind, and would make a playful yet intellectual signature to be known by. memorable yet unobtrusive, doesn't linger too long where its host is no longer, and refreshingly bright-- but remains sophisticated, and doesn't lean into juvenile territory. this one grew on me, and I began to crave it. the more you smell it, the more you want it around. very pleasant.

Just... stunning. I've never tried anything from this brand before, but if any of them are even half as good as this I'm sold. I got this in a parcel of samples from a friend and as soon as I sniffed it, I thought "osmanthus". I have a mild proclivity for these types of fragrances. It reminds me a little of the suburb I went to primary school in; the teachers, the book store, the library, people walking down the street. It's a subtle, but not quiet elegance. After that, a bit of green tea and fig not unlike Figue Sauvage (which I only have good things to say) On my skin, in the far background, I get a smidgen of chlorine... in the best, best way.

Got to test 2 ml and ohhhhh I love it!!! This is how citrus should be - bright, green-ish, uplifting, with a bit of florals. Particularly liking the fact that within couple of hours it goes smoothly to the calming mate tea note, still keeping bright citruses, but they are not so loud anymore. And although I'm not a fan of jasmine - here it's just so subtle and delicate that I really like to catch it between the woods. Update: wearing this a bit more and even more happy, it has even that creamy note on my skin which I like so much. Very unexpected turn from that bright opening! Ohhh what a magic. Omg, maybe I need a full bottle...

Fig Tea won't knock your socks off, but it is a very nice every day spritzer. If I'm not mistaken it's only around $100? Yes $100 is a lot but compared to fragrances around the $400 range this one's not too bad. It is very light and does not seem like it will last very long. Sometimes that's all you need. Surprisingly there is no fig! That is so funny. The essence is there. Between the orange and the apricot if you close your eyes you can smell and taste fresh fruit in particular fig juice. There's not much else to say. There’s no evolution here. What you do get is excellence in simplicity. Perfect for beginners.

I was very pleasantly surprised by this one after reading the negative reviews...I really love this one. I was expecting fig as a prominent note, but it's not a fruity gourmand or green fig, in fact, the fig isn't very noticeable to me at all. So the fig part of the name is misleading, but this dry, delicate herbal floral scent is tea-like. It smells very well-blended and natural- could be worn around babies and small children without seeming harsh or offensive. The longevity is moderate on me- a two sprays last several hours.

Absolutely stunning. I don't get fig or tea notes as much as I do osmanthus! It's a big juicy peach tea with clear hunks of ice and an unforgetable paper umbrella for your glass. This is everything I wanted Ex Niliho Fleur Narcotique to be minus the "metallic note" This is crisp and clean without being shampoo-y. Even tho it's an edt just a couple of sprays will carry you well past 8 hours. Great sillage without being intrusive and at an attainable price. Well done scent for summertime

Refreshing, fresh fig with hints of tea and fruity sweetness. Leans feminine but as a guy who loves fig, I would enjoy wearing this on a sunny day spent by myself reading a book in the back yard. Very natural, soft, pleasant, and charming. However, deep into the drydown, it loses the fig and fruity charms and becomes mostly soft white floral and feminine. That takes my scent score from an 8 to 6.5-7. Scent: 7 / Sillage: 6 / Longevity: 6

Opening smells just like sweet tea. Can’t really pick up any particular notes because that’s exactly what it smells like. Has a very faintly aquatic feel. Stays similar all the way to the dry down, but with a bit more of a soapy feel and slightly woodsy at the end. This is my new favorite tea fragrance. Manages to be uplifting and cozy at the same time. It has the type of scent profile that makes it work during any time of year.

I find this opening quite leafy with some bitter tea. Then in the dry down there is a fresh milky sweet fig that smooths it out. The silage is weak but the scent is a cool fresh aromatic figgy tea. It’s extremely pleasant but longevity and projection matter especially in niche. The scent itself is so refreshing just like a cold glass of sweet tea on a hot day. WHY are the beautiful ones so fleeting?

This is a great floral fruity scent, Fresh, Unique, Modern and UPLIFTING. There is no Fig note in this perfume ! I received a sample of that and I must tell you honestly that I fell in love with it at first sniff ! It has High Quality and Well-blended composition. It Smells similar to Cold Peach Cocktail. It is suitable for Hot weather, I love it. Highly Recommended. Thumbs Up. Rating : 8 / 10

I do not know osmanthus as a note well, but for me this fragrance is a pure joy. I had been looking for a fragrance like for a while. I smooth,fresh , fruity tea fragrance ! I absolutely love this fragrance, but performance could be better ! 5 to 6 hours longevity and fair projection and silage I do wish there was some more complexity, maybe with some papyrus or light airy patchouli

As others have noted, the name fig tea is misleading. Rather, it’s realistic osmanthus and orange with an understated mate backbone to add complexity. I don’t detect any coriander or guaiac wood, and I’m not sure what davana is supposed to smell like. It’s juicy and light without being juvenile. Love! I have a decant but already planning a FB purchase.

For me it smells like OPTIMISM, CHEERFULNESS and CONTENTMENT :) Best used on a nice sunny day, preferably holiday. In the first stage on me an apricot note dominates (osmanthus?), the drydown is extemely cosy, soft, sweet as fully ripe fig. Has longevity issue, I could appreciate a more concentrated version.