9 PM Elixir by Afnan
Brand: Afnan
Concentration: Parfum
Scent overview
A darker, spicier 9 PM: nutmeg, elemi and cardamom over pimento, lavandin and leather, sinking into cistus, labdanum, patchouli and vanilla.
Is 9 PM Elixir worth it?
How it smells: Opens with nutmeg, elemi and cardamom, pimento and lavandin at the heart, then dries down to cistus and labdanum.
Scent Score: 75/100 (Great). Under the radar. New and picking up. Worth getting to know before everyone else does. Performance 74, versatility 67, layerability 79 and value 89, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Parfum · Introduced 2025 · Men
Key accords: Nutmeg, Elemi, Cardamom, Pimento, Lavandin, Leather
Top Notes
- Nutmeg
- Elemi
- Cardamom
Heart Notes
- Pimento
- Lavandin
- Leather
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
9 PM Elixir by Afnan belongs to the amber fragrance family. A darker, spicier 9 PM: nutmeg, elemi and cardamom over pimento, lavandin and leather, sinking into cistus, labdanum, patchouli and vanilla. 9 PM Elixir opens with Nutmeg, Elemi, and Cardamom. The heart brings Pimento, Lavandin, and Leather. It dries down to Cistus, Labdanum, Patchouli, and Vanilla.
How to wear 9 PM Elixir
On skin, 9 PM Elixir by Afnan has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply 9 PM Elixir first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays 9 PM Elixir : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
9 PM Elixir opens with Nutmeg, Elemi, and Cardamom.
The heart brings Pimento, Lavandin, and Leather.
It dries down to Cistus, Labdanum, Patchouli, and Vanilla.
What to layer with 9 PM Elixir
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share nutmeg, labdanum, and patchouli.
Order: Apply 9 PM Elixir first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 9 PM Elixir : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Interlude Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather, labdanum, and patchouli.
Order: Apply 9 PM Elixir first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray 9 PM Elixir : 2 sprays Interlude Man
Chinatown by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, patchouli, and vanilla.
Order: Apply 9 PM Elixir first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chinatown on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 9 PM Elixir : 2 sprays Chinatown
Gentle Fluidity Silver Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share nutmeg and vanilla.
Order: Apply 9 PM Elixir first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gentle Fluidity Silver Eau de Parfum on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 9 PM Elixir : 2 sprays Gentle Fluidity Silver Eau de Parfum
Jubilation 25 Woman by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and vanilla.
Order: Apply 9 PM Elixir first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Jubilation 25 Woman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 9 PM Elixir : 2 sprays Jubilation 25 Woman
Pairings to approach with care
Bubble Tea by d'Annam
Not Recommended · 30/99
9 PM Elixir has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bubble Tea brings a gourmand contrast to this amber scent.
Order: Apply 9 PM Elixir first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bubble Tea on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray 9 PM Elixir : 2 sprays Bubble Tea
Mango Sticky Rice by d'Annam
Not Recommended · 30/99
9 PM Elixir has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Mango Sticky Rice brings a gourmand contrast to this amber scent.
Order: Apply 9 PM Elixir first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mango Sticky Rice on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray 9 PM Elixir : 2 sprays Mango Sticky Rice
Related fragrances and why
- 9 PM by Afnan — Another version of 9 PM from Afnan.
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include nutmeg, labdanum, and patchouli.
- Interlude Man by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include leather, labdanum, and patchouli.
- Chinatown by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include cardamom, patchouli, and vanilla.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for 9 PM Elixir?
9 PM Elixir opens with Nutmeg, Elemi, and Cardamom. The heart brings Pimento, Lavandin, and Leather. It dries down to Cistus, Labdanum, Patchouli, and Vanilla.
How long does 9 PM Elixir last, and how strong is it?
9 PM Elixir by Afnan has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, Parfum concentration.
When should you wear 9 PM Elixir?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and date.
What layers well with 9 PM Elixir?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share nutmeg, labdanum, and patchouli. Apply 9 PM Elixir first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays 9 PM Elixir : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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