{"product_id":"kilian-sparkling-royal-sample-copy-1","title":"Kilian Midnight Expresso Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Espresso by Kilian\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men, launched in \u003cstrong\u003e2026\u003c\/strong\u003e and created by perfumer \u003cstrong\u003eMathieu Nardin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark, boozy, roasted, and unapologetically gourmand, Midnight Espresso takes the richness of freshly brewed \u003cstrong\u003eespresso\u003c\/strong\u003eand surrounds it with \u003cstrong\u003eaged rum, decadent chocolate, toasted hazelnut, creamy vanilla, and warm Siam benzoin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fragrance opens with an immediate hit of \u003cstrong\u003ecoffee and rum\u003c\/strong\u003e. The coffee brings a dark, roasted bitterness, while rum adds a warm alcoholic sweetness that makes the opening feel rich and intoxicating rather than simply café-like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the fragrance develops, it becomes increasingly indulgent. \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e melts into the coffee accord, adding a deep cocoa richness, while \u003cstrong\u003ehazelnut\u003c\/strong\u003e introduces a creamy, toasted nuttiness. Together, they create an almost praline-like effect without completely covering the darker espresso character underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drydown turns smoother and warmer as \u003cstrong\u003evanilla and Siam benzoin\u003c\/strong\u003e emerge. Vanilla softens the roasted coffee and cocoa with creamy sweetness, while benzoin adds a balsamic, resinous warmth with naturally vanilla-like facets. Traces of coffee, rum, chocolate, and hazelnut remain underneath, creating a deep gourmand trail that feels especially rich and addictive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTHE SCENT PROFILE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Roasted • Dark • Bitter • Aromatic • Rich\u003cbr\u003eThe centerpiece of Midnight Espresso. Coffee provides a deep roasted character with enough bitterness to contrast the sweeter chocolate, hazelnut, and vanilla surrounding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRum\u003c\/strong\u003e — Boozy • Warm • Sweet • Intoxicating\u003cbr\u003eAdds an alcoholic richness to the opening, giving the espresso a darker, more seductive personality and immediately setting this apart from a simple sweet coffee fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Decadent • Cocoa-Rich • Dark • Gourmand\u003cbr\u003eMelts into the coffee through the heart, creating a rich mocha-like depth while adding a smooth, indulgent sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHazelnut\u003c\/strong\u003e — Toasted • Nutty • Creamy • Praline-Like\u003cbr\u003eBrings a delicious roasted nuttiness that complements both the espresso and chocolate, giving the heart a creamy, almost confectionary texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e — Creamy • Sweet • Warm • Velvety\u003cbr\u003eSmooths the darker coffee and cocoa notes as the fragrance dries down, leaving a soft, luxurious sweetness rather than a sharp sugary finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSiam Benzoin\u003c\/strong\u003e — Balsamic • Resinous • Ambery • Vanilla-Like\u003cbr\u003eAdds depth beneath the vanilla with a warm, resinous sweetness. Its naturally balsamic character gives the base a richer, more sophisticated finish and helps extend the gourmand warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFRAGRANCE NOTES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTOP NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoffee\u003cbr\u003eRum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHEART NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChocolate\u003cbr\u003eHazelnut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBASE NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVanilla\u003cbr\u003eSiam Benzoin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Scent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coffee • Boozy • Chocolate • Nutty • Vanilla • Gourmand • Warm • Sweet • Resinous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Espresso smells like the darker side of gourmand perfumery.\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted espresso meets a generous splash of rum before melting into chocolate and toasted hazelnut. As vanilla and Siam benzoin rise from the base, the fragrance becomes creamier, warmer, and increasingly addictive while maintaining that dark roasted coffee character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThink espresso after midnight — boozy rum, melted chocolate, toasted hazelnut, and vanilla lingering in the air.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTryScents Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTryScents is an independent fragrance sample and decant retailer and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Kilian. All fragrances offered by TryScents are \u003cstrong\u003e100% authentic\u003c\/strong\u003e and are independently rebottled into our sample-size decants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are a sample site. 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