100ml
100ml
MAISON TAHITÉ
VICIOUS CACAO
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$129.06
€110
Description
Vicious Cacao by Maison Tahité is a sophisticated gourmand fragrance that transcends typical dessert scents through its masterful balance of spicy florals, boozy warmth, and creamy chocolate notes. The opening bursts with bright raspberry and pink pepper before revealing a rich cocoa heart layered with delicate narcissus and jasmine florals, creating an epicurean chocolate experience with unexpected complexity. The dry-down settles into creamy salted caramel, warm sandalwood, and woody oakmoss that prevents the composition from becoming cloying. This unisex fragrance delivers an emotional journey through dessert-inspired memories with a refined, intriguing character that appeals to connoisseurs seeking depth beyond straightforward gourmand scents. Created by Luca Maffei for unisex wearers.
Scent Profile
Gourmand
Spicy
Floral
Warm
Woody
Boozy
Sweet
Notes
Top Notes
Raspberry
Pink Pepper
RumMiddle Notes
Amber
NarcissusCocoa Absolute
JasmineBase Notes
Salted Caramel
Sandalwood
Saffron
Oakmoss
BenzoinAbout MAISON TAHITÉ
Maison Tahité is an Italian niche fragrance house founded in 2020 by Roberto Drago as a creative lab dedicated to reinterpreting iconic gourmand raw materials like vanilla, cacao, coffee, and tonka bean in original, contemporary compositions using top perfumers and sustainable practices. Named after Vanilla Tahitensis, the brand's philosophy blends luxury with environmental respect through eco-friendly packaging and high-quality ingredients, offering warm, comforting scents that evoke security and exotic escapes for gourmand enthusiasts. Its signature style focuses on collections centered around single ingredients, creating addictive, modern luxury fragrances that harmonize sustainability and indulgence.
Perfumer
Luca Maffei
Luca Maffei is an Italian perfumer born in 1985 in Milan, who grew up immersed in the fragrance world due to his father Marco Maffei's career at companies like Symrise and International Flavors and Fragrances. After studying economics at the University of Milan, he trained in Grasse under Madame Françoise Marin and apprenticed with Vincent Ricord, later co-founding Atelier Fragranze Milano in 2011 as CEO and lead perfumer. His notable works include Cuoio Nobile for Pineider, Iris Magnifica (Esxence finalist), fragrances for Perris Monte Carlo like Rose de Taif and Oud Imperial, and creations for Masque Milano, Jul et Mad, and others, blending Italian heritage with innovative niche perfumery.
Reviews
4.7
Excellent19 reviews
Luckyscent
4.4/5 • 8 reviews
Ministry of Scent
5.0/5 • 3 reviews
Twisted Lily
4.9/5 • 8 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers praise Vicious Cacao as a refined gourmand that defies traditional dessert fragrance conventions through its complex layering and surprising contrasts. The fragrance is celebrated for balancing sweetness with spicy and woody elements, creating depth that appeals to connoisseurs rather than casual fragrance wearers. Many note the unexpected boozy quality and floral sophistication that elevates it beyond standard chocolate fragrances.
Pros
Sophisticated complexity: The fragrance avoids being a straightforward chocolate scent, instead offering intricate layering with spicy florals, boozy warmth, and woody base notes that prevent cloying sweetness
Balanced gourmand appeal: Salted caramel and cocoa absolute provide indulgent appeal while sandalwood, oakmoss, and benzoin add woody structure and impressive longevity
Unexpected character: The boozy rum element and pink pepper spice create a 'tipsy cocoa' quality that sets this apart from conventional dessert fragrances, offering memorable distinction
Cons
Niche appeal: The fragrance's complexity and unconventional gourmand interpretation may not appeal to those seeking straightforward, simply sweet dessert scents
Gourmand fatigue: As a rich, layered composition, extended wear may feel heavy for some wearers, particularly in warm weather or all-day applications
Comparisons
Similar to Maison Tahité Cacao in the Sun: Both are from the Maison Tahité Cacao Collection but Vicious Cacao offers greater spice and floral complexity with its pink pepper and narcissus elements
Reminds reviewers of traditional chocolate fragrances: Unlike straightforward cocoa scents, Vicious Cacao adds floral, spicy, and boozy dimensions that create significantly more nuance and character
Vibe & Emotions
Indulgent sophistication: Evoked during special evenings and refined occasions where the fragrance's elegant gourmand character shines
Nostalgic warmth: The dessert-inspired composition triggers emotional memories of baking and comfort, creating a soft and intriguing sensory caress
Tipsy confidence: The boozy rum note and spicy pink pepper create a playful, slightly daring mood that adds personality and intrigue to the wearing experience
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