BEE by Ellis Brooklyn
Brand: Ellis Brooklyn
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Ellis Brooklyn Bee is a lush, deeply sweet gourmand that captures the warmth of honey drizzled over dark chocolate and vanilla, with a boozy rum accent adding seductive depth. Its enveloping trail feels especially fitting for cool-weather evenings, intimate dates, and moments when a bold, comforting signature is desired.
Is BEE worth it?
How it smells: Opens with dark rum, davana and cacao, honey and cinnamon at the heart, then dries down to vanilla and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 86/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, versatility 79, layerability 88 and value 89, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex
Key accords: Dark rum, Davana, Cacao, Honey, Cinnamon, Peony
Top Notes
- Dark rum
- Davana
- Cacao
Heart Notes
- Honey
- Cinnamon
- Peony
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date, Casual, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
BEE by Ellis Brooklyn belongs to the gourmand fragrance family. A rich, decadent blend of golden honey, dark rum, warm cinnamon, creamy vanilla, and bittersweet cacao grounded by smooth sandalwood. BEE opens with Dark rum, Davana, and Cacao. The heart brings Honey, Cinnamon, and Peony. It dries down to Vanilla, Sandalwood, and Musk.
How to wear BEE
On skin, BEE by Ellis Brooklyn has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, casual, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Oud Wood by Tom Ford. Apply BEE first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays BEE : 2 sprays Oud Wood and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
BEE opens with Dark rum, Davana, and Cacao.
The heart brings Honey, Cinnamon, and Peony.
It dries down to Vanilla, Sandalwood, and Musk.
What to layer with BEE
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and sandalwood.
Order: Apply BEE first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays BEE : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and musk.
Order: Apply BEE first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays BEE : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Portrait of a Lady by Frédéric Malle
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply BEE first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Portrait of a Lady on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray BEE : 2 sprays Portrait of a Lady
Crystal Noir by Versace
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share peony, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply BEE first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Crystal Noir on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray BEE : 2 sprays Crystal Noir
Bright Crystal by Versace
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share peony and musk.
Order: Apply BEE first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bright Crystal on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray BEE : 2 sprays Bright Crystal
Pairings to approach with care
Sea Salt & Bergamot Cologne by Jo Malone London
Not Recommended · 31/99
BEE has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Sea Salt & Bergamot Cologne brings a fresh contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply BEE first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Sea Salt & Bergamot Cologne on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray BEE : 2 sprays Sea Salt & Bergamot Cologne
Need_U by Laboratorio Olfattivo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 31/99
BEE has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Need_U brings a musky contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply BEE first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Need_U on top for musky lift.
Ratio: 1 spray BEE : 2 sprays Need_U
Related fragrances and why
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include vanilla and sandalwood.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include sandalwood and musk.
- Portrait of a Lady by Frédéric Malle — Both include cinnamon, sandalwood, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for BEE?
BEE opens with Dark rum, Davana, and Cacao. The heart brings Honey, Cinnamon, and Peony. It dries down to Vanilla, Sandalwood, and Musk.
How long does BEE last, and how strong is it?
BEE by Ellis Brooklyn has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear BEE?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, casual, and special occasion.
What layers well with BEE?
Oud Wood by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and sandalwood. Apply BEE first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays BEE : 2 sprays Oud Wood.
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