TriBeCa by Bond No. 9
Brand: Bond No. 9
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Bond No. 9’s TriBeCa is a modern gourmand that balances indulgent cacao and caramel with the green lift of hazelnut and the radiance of jasmine sambac. Its woody, mossy, musky drydown gives the sweetness polish and depth, making it especially appealing in cooler weather and after dark.
Is TriBeCa worth it?
How it smells: Opens with cacao and green hazelnut, jasmine sambac and cedarwood at the heart, then dries down to caramel and moss.
Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 65, reputation 83, versatility 87, layerability 60 and value 50, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2020 · Unisex
Key accords: Cacao, Green hazelnut, Jasmine sambac, Cedarwood, Caramel, Moss
Top Notes
- Cacao
- Green hazelnut
Heart Notes
- Jasmine sambac
- Cedarwood
Base Notes
- Caramel
- Moss
- Ambroxan
- Musk
Occasions: Evening, Casual, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
TriBeCa by Bond No. 9 belongs to the gourmand fragrance family. A plush blend of creamy cacao and green hazelnut wrapped in luminous jasmine, caramel, woods, and musky ambroxan. TriBeCa opens with Cacao and Green hazelnut. The heart brings Jasmine sambac and Cedarwood. It dries down to Caramel, Moss, Ambroxan, and Musk.
How to wear TriBeCa
On skin, TriBeCa by Bond No. 9 has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for evening, casual, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Delina by Parfums de Marly. Apply TriBeCa first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina on top for floral lift. Start with 1 spray TriBeCa : 2 sprays Delina and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
TriBeCa opens with Cacao and Green hazelnut.
The heart brings Jasmine sambac and Cedarwood.
It dries down to Caramel, Moss, Ambroxan, and Musk.
What to layer with TriBeCa
Delina by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share caramel and musk.
Order: Apply TriBeCa first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray TriBeCa : 2 sprays Delina
Greenwich Village by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share ambroxan and musk.
Order: Apply TriBeCa first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Greenwich Village on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays TriBeCa : 2 sprays Greenwich Village
Lost Cause by Phlur
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedarwood, moss, and musk.
Order: Apply TriBeCa first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cause on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray TriBeCa : 2 sprays Lost Cause
Carmina by Creed
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share ambroxan and musk.
Order: Apply TriBeCa first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carmina on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays TriBeCa : 2 sprays Carmina
Amber Oud Exclusif Emerald by Al Haramain
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedarwood and musk.
Order: Apply TriBeCa first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Oud Exclusif Emerald on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays TriBeCa : 2 sprays Amber Oud Exclusif Emerald
Pairings to approach with care
Privé Orange Méditerranée by Armani
Not Recommended · 30/99
TriBeCa has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Orange Méditerranée brings a citrus contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply TriBeCa first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Orange Méditerranée on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray TriBeCa : 2 sprays Privé Orange Méditerranée
Lime Basil & Mandarin Cologne by Jo Malone London
Not Recommended · 31/99
TriBeCa has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Lime Basil & Mandarin Cologne brings a citrus contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply TriBeCa first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lime Basil & Mandarin Cologne on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray TriBeCa : 2 sprays Lime Basil & Mandarin Cologne
Related fragrances and why
- Delina by Parfums de Marly — Both include caramel and musk.
- Greenwich Village by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include ambroxan and musk.
- Lost Cause by Phlur — Both include cedarwood, moss, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for TriBeCa?
TriBeCa opens with Cacao and Green hazelnut. The heart brings Jasmine sambac and Cedarwood. It dries down to Caramel, Moss, Ambroxan, and Musk.
How long does TriBeCa last, and how strong is it?
TriBeCa by Bond No. 9 has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear TriBeCa?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits evening, casual, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with TriBeCa?
Delina by Parfums de Marly is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share caramel and musk. Apply TriBeCa first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina on top for floral lift. Start with 1 spray TriBeCa : 2 sprays Delina.
Reviewed alternatives
- Game of Spades Royale by Jo Milano Paris — Both are rich nutty gourmands built on hazelnut, cacao and caramel with a woody, ambery base.
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