First Instinct

It hits with an immediate splash of tonic water and melon, sharpening quickly into a metallic gin note. This is a cold, translucent opening that relies on violet leaf and Sichuan pepper to provide a clean, structural bite. As the citrus settles, the base grounds itself in soft suede and amber, moving away from the initial frost into something closer to skin. It sits light and airy, avoiding heavy projection while maintaining a steady, woody presence throughout a long afternoon.