Tauer Perfumes Phi Une Rose de Kandahar EDP

Description

Phi: Une Rose de Kandahar is Andy Tauer's 2013 entry in his Collectibles line, inspired by a natural rose extract produced in Afghanistan's Nangarhar rose-growing region. Bitter almond, apricot and cinnamon open into a rich heart of Afghan rose, Bulgarian rose absolute, geranium and tobacco absolute, settling into an ambery base of musk, patchouli, tonka bean, vanilla and vetiver. Fragrantica reviewers have called it “gorgeous summer goo”: a jammy, tobacco-warmed rose built for people who want something richer than a soliflore.

Scent Character

• Sweet: 39%
• Floral: 21%
• Smoky & Resinous: 14% (rose and tobacco absolute driven, no true agarwood)
• Woody: 11%
• Fresh: 7%
• Spicy: 7%

Translation: a jammy, ambery rose with a tobacco-leather undertone, “gorgeous summer goo” per Fragrantica reviewers.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top: Bitter Almond, Apricot, Cinnamon, Bergamot

Heart: Afghan Rose, Bourbon Geranium, Bulgarian Rose Absolute, Tobacco Absolute

Base: Ambergris, Musk, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Vetiver

Performance

• Longevity: 8–10 hours
• Sillage: Moderate-to-strong
• Projection: 2–3 feet through the first hour, settling closer to skin

Best Occasions & Season

• Fall and Winter
• Evening, leisure and night-out wear
• Unisex

Concentration & Provenance

Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Perfumer: Andy Tauer
House: Tauer Perfumes, independent Swiss niche house founded 2005 in Zürich, part of the Collectibles line
Year: 2013

Try Before You Commit

Sample sizes are available at $11.99 for 1mL, $44.99 for 5mL, and $79.99 for 10mL before the full 50 ml bottle.

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FAQ

What makes Phi different from other Tauer roses?
It's built on a rare natural rose extract from Afghanistan's Nangarhar region and is part of Tauer's Collectibles line, which showcases uncommon raw materials.

Is it unisex?
Yes, Fragrantica lists it as a fragrance for both women and men.

Is it a sweet rose?
Yes. Jammy and ambery, warmed by tobacco absolute and vanilla rather than green or powdery.

What's the longevity like?
Expect 8–10 hours with moderate-to-strong sillage.