Score

82/100

By Kilian

Intoxicated

2014Calice Becker

“Cardamom, coffee, and cinnamon over caramel mocha — Kilian's espresso-bar gourmand, evening-only.”

warm spicy

fresh spicy

coffee

Cardamom and coffee open Intoxicated, Calice Becker's 2014 spiced coffee composition for By Kilian, before cinnamon leads into a caramel-sweet base. Warm spice dominates the accords well ahead of coffee, with a fresh-spicy edge. Frequently compared to Mugler A*Men (1996) for its coffee-spice character. A fall and winter evening scent.

$190–$265

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The take

What works

●Cardamom-coffee romantic evening unisex with refined depth
●High-quality spices without synthetic edges

Trade-offs

●Linear development — no evolution
●Leans masculine despite the unisex framing

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Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity

6–8 hours

Projection

Across a table

Sillage

Strong trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Unisex.

When

Spring, 41%
Summer, 15%
Fall, 100%, best
Winter, 100%, best
Day, 56%
Night, 91%, best

Occasions

EverydayOfficeDate nightNight out

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

Featured in

Earned a spot in 1 of our editorial picks

Best By Kilian Fragrances for Men

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a cheaper alternative to Intoxicated?

Mugler A*Men matches at 78% similarity in our database. $80–$115 vs $190–$265 — it captures most of the DNA at a fraction of the price. Not identical, but the gap is smaller than the price difference suggests.

What does Intoxicated smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Mugler A*Men Pure Coffee (64%), Mugler A*Men Gold Edition (75%), Giorgio Armani Armani Attitude (57%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does Intoxicated last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity) with heavy sillage.

When should you wear Intoxicated?

Intoxicated is best in fall and winter, at night. It suits almost any occasion.

Is Intoxicated worth it?

At $190–$265, yes for this tier. Cardamom-coffee romantic evening unisex with refined depth. High-quality spices without synthetic edges.