50ml
50ml
50ml
d'Annam
STRAWBERRY MOCHI
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$160
Description
D'Annam's Strawberry Mochi is a captivating gourmand fragrance that embodies the essence of traditional Japanese strawberry mochi. Inspired by Kobayashi Issa's poetic lines, it combines the warmth of glutinous rice, the richness of red bean paste, and the subtle sweetness of strawberry, all wrapped in a comforting vanilla and brown sugar base. This fragrance offers a unique sensory experience, blending sweet and earthy notes in a harmonious dance. Though the strawberry note is subtle, it adds a delightful freshness to the overall scent. The combination results in a cozy, sophisticated fragrance that is both nostalgic and modern.
Perfumer: Anh Ngo
Scent Profile
Gourmand
Sweet
Milky
Fruity
Warm
Savory-Sweet
Notes
Top Notes
StrawberryGlutinous Rice
Middle Notes
Red Bean Paste
Glutinous Rice
Base Notes
Brown Sugar
VanillaAbout d'Annam
d’Annam is a fine fragrance house from Vietnam founded around 2023 by Nick Hoang, presenting itself as an olfactory tribute to Asian cultures, especially Vietnam. Their debut collection, Chapter 1: Enchanting Vietnam, includes scents inspired by Vietnamese heritage — like White Rice and Vietnamese Coffee — and they emphasize handcrafted production, natural ingredients, and cultural storytelling.
Perfumer
Anh Ngo
Anh Ngo (Ngo Nguyen Viet Anh) is a Vietnamese perfumer who trained at ISIPCA and worked in the flavors & fragrance industry, including a tenure at IFF. He is the principal creative behind d’Annam fragrances, collaborating with founder Nick Hoang to interpret Vietnamese cultural and natural motifs through scent.
Reviews
3.8
Good22 reviews
Luckyscent
4.1/5 • 10 reviews
Ministry of Scent
4.4/5 • 8 reviews
Twisted Lily
1.8/5 • 4 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers consistently praise Strawberry Mochi for its photorealistic depiction of glutinous rice and unique approach to gourmand fragrances, though opinions vary on the strawberry note's prominence. Most agree it's unlike anything they've smelled before, with the rice and red bean accords being standout elements that create a comforting, dessert-like experience.
Pros
Impressive longevity: Lasts a solid 6-8 hours with moderate projection, often lingering softly on skin even longer
Unique and wearable: Works beautifully for everyday wear with its soft, non-cloying sweetness that garners compliments without being headache-inducing
Photorealistic composition: The glutinous rice and red bean notes are remarkably authentic, creating a warm, nutty, starchy-sweet profile that captures the essence of actual mochi
Cons
Subtle strawberry presence: Many reviewers wish for more prominent strawberry, as it primarily appears in the dry-down rather than being a dominant note throughout
Skin chemistry dependent: Some users find it smells generically sweet or reminiscent of Bath and Body Works rather than the intended mochi experience, requiring testing on skin rather than paper
Comparisons
Similar to d'Annam White Rice: Shares the realistic rice accord but adds sweetness and fruity elements for those who loved the original rice fragrance
Reminds reviewers of Dove Macadamia and Rice Milk body scrub: With more emphasis on honeyed brown sugar notes and a warmer, creamier finish
Vibe & Emotions
Nostalgic comfort: Evokes childhood memories of eating sweet sticky rice with coconut milk and fresh strawberries
Cozy warmth: Creates a sense of indulgence and gentle sweetness perfect for everyday comfort without being overpowering
Sophisticated uniqueness: Makes wearers feel special and interesting with a scent that stands out from typical sweet perfumes
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