This summer we have been shaking it up with an ongoing series of posts on cocktail-inspired scents. And for this round, we’re diving into the totally-tropical world of Piña Coladas, and perfumes with notes that put us in mind of carefree days . Let’s explore fragrances that capture the essence of this beloved summer drink, focusing on its key ingredients: coconut cream, pineapple juice, rum, and (of course!) a cherry on top…
Coconut Cream: Creed Virgin Island Water
Creed Virgin Island Water is a vacation in a bottle. This fragrance opens with a burst of lime and coconut, transporting you to a sun-soaked beach. The heart reveals delicate white flowers and jasmine, while the base of musk and sugar cane adds depth. It perfectly captures the creamy, tropical essence of coconut, making it an ideal scent for warm summer days.
£265 for 100ml eau de parfum harrods.com
Pineapple Juice: Kajal Aican
Kajal Aican is a fruity-floral burst in a bottle, that really brings pineapple to the forefront. The scent opens with that juiciness, beautifully complemented by bergamot and apple. As it develops, jasmine and ylang ylang emerge, adding a floral dimension. The base of vanilla and musk provides a smooth finish. This fragrance embodies the sweet, tangy essence of pineapple juice, making it a perfect spritz for piña colada lovers.
£195 for 100ml eau de parfum kajalperfumes.com
Rum: Atkinsons Pirates Grand Reserve
Atkinsons Pirates Grand Reserve is a bold, intoxicating scent that captures the spirit of of the smooth rum at the heart of a piña colada. It opens with spicy notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, leading to a heart of that rum (sloshed with coffee, here, for an extra kick). The base of vanilla and tobacco adds warmth and depth. This fragrance exudes confidence and adventure, much like the pirates who inspired it. It’s the perfect scent for those who appreciate the complexity of a finely matured rum.
£170 for 100ml eau de parfum selfridges.com
7 Virtues Cherry Ambition
The delightfully joy-enhancing blend of cherry, mandarin, and marshmallow notes creates a sweet, fruity aroma that mirrors the indulgent flavours of a piña colada in scented form. The warm undertones of amber and guaiac wood add depth, making it the ideal finishing touch—like the cherry on top of a cocktail, if you will. This scent not only enhances your mood, but also, they say inspires ambition with every spritz. What will you aspire to while wearing it, we wonder…?
£85 for 50ml eau de parfum sephora.co.uk
Written by Suzy Nightingale