Nutmeg
Spicy · appears in 6 documented compositions
Library uses
6
Dominant placement
heart
Avg. longevity of hosts
9.0 h
Strongest season
Spring
How it behaves in a formula
Across this library, Nutmeg appears 2 times as a top note, 4 times in the heart and 0 times in the base. Placement is the single best predictor of what you will actually smell: top-note materials are high-volatility and gone within the hour, base-note materials are fixatives that define the final and longest phase of the wear.
Compositions containing Nutmeg in this library average 9.0 hours of documented longevity, and skew toward spring and summer wear. Treat that as a tendency of the spicy family rather than a property of the material alone — dose, supporting accord and concentration all move the result.
Fragrances built with Nutmeg

Giorgio Armani
Acqua di Gio
Aromatic Aquatic · Men
Composed by master perfumer Alberto Morillas in 1996 and inspired by the pristine volcanic cliffs of Pantelleria island, Acqua di Gio revolutionized masculine fresh perfumery by establishing the benchmark for aquatic aromatics. The opening presents a sun-drenched collision of Mediterranean citrus fruits—crisp lime, lemon, and bergamot—immediately tempered by watery marine accords and synthetic calone that recreate the exact sensation of sea spray hitting warm skin. The intricate heart blends aromatic rosemary and crisp floral notes with green undertones, preventing the fragrance from becoming a simple aquatic clone. As time passes, the composition settles into a clean, unpretentious base of white musk, cedar, and subtle patchouli. It is an enduring classic praised for its effortless versatility, making it a reliable staple for warm weather wear without ever feeling intrusive or overly synthetic.

Chanel
Bleu de Chanel
Woody Aromatic · Men
Created by in-house Chanel perfumer Jacques Polge in 2010, Bleu de Chanel redefined modern masculine blue fragrances by combining crisp freshness with a sophisticated, dense woody-amber base. The composition opens with an energetic, effervescent burst of citrus fruits—grapefruit, lemon, and bergamot—accented by a sharp pinch of pink pepper and cooling mint. The heart transitions toward a clean, spicy warmth featuring fresh ginger and nutmeg. Unlike simpler fresh scents, Bleu de Chanel deepens significantly in its dry-down, introducing a smoky touch of incense, rich cedarwood, dry amber, and sandalwood. This deliberate contrast between an uplifting, bright opening and a mysterious, grounded base makes it one of the most reliable and universally praised versatile scents in contemporary perfumery.

Parfums de Marly
Delina
Floral · Women
Formulated by perfumer Quentin Bisch in 2017, Delina is a modern regal floral fragrance inspired by 18th-century royal French elegance. The fragrance introduces itself with a vibrant, tart, and crisp explosion of juicy litchi, sharp rhubarb, and bergamot. The lush heart is anchored by heavy Turkish rose and luminous peony, softened by a touch of powdery petalia. The long-lasting dry-down introduces a textured, woody base of cashmeran, clean cedar, vetiver, and warm incense. It delivers an intoxicating balance of tart fruitiness and creamy, velvety floral grandeur, making it one of the most celebrated high-end feminine creations of the decade.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Gentle Fluidity Gold
Amber Vanilla · Unisex
Composed by Francis Kurkdjian in 2019, Gentle Fluidity Gold is an olfactory demonstration of how identical ingredient formulas can create entirely distinct tactile experiences. The fragrance centers around a lavish, comforting blend of sweet vanilla, warm amber, and sensual musks, spiked with a fresh touch of juniper berries and coriander. It dries down into a smooth, buttery, and cloud-like cocoon that feels like cashmere against bare skin, offering a radiant and universally flattering aura.

Louis Vuitton
Meteore
Citrus Aromatic · Men
Crafted by master perfumer Jacques Cavallier in 2020, Meteore combines ultra-fresh citrus vitality with modern, sophisticated spice. The fragrance opens with an electric, luminous triad of Calabrian bergamot, Sicilian orange, and mandarin orange. The dynamic heart introduces a sharp, energetic burst of pink pepper, black pepper, and nutmeg layered over clean neroli. The long-lasting dry-down grounds the profile in clean Texas cedar, vetiver, and warm benzoin. It delivers an uplifting, executive-level freshness designed for the modern man on the move.

Nishane
Wulong Cha
Citrus Aromatic · Unisex
Composed by Jorge Lee in 2015, Wulong Cha is an exquisite aromatic tea fragrance designed to transport the wearer to a tranquil Asian tea ceremony surrounded by lush citrus groves. The fragrance opens with an invigorating, crystal-clear burst of Mediterranean citrus notes including bergamot, orange, and litsea cubeba. The heart centers around an authentic, soothing oolong tea accord blended with a pinch of spicy nutmeg. The clean, comforting dry-down settles into soft fig and musk, offering exceptional longevity for a fresh citrus-tea scent.