By Kilian
Vodka on the Rocks EDP
“Crystal clear, icy, and precise — the scent equivalent of a perfectly made martini.”
Alberto Morillas's 2014 launch for By Kilian — part of the L'Œuvre Noire collection, positioned as a clean-cocktail counterpart to the line's boozy gourmands. A clean aldehydic-musky unisex fragrance with aldehydes, coriander, and cardamom at the top, a rhubarb-lily-of-the-valley-pink rose heart, and an ambroxan-oak moss-sandalwood base. Performs strongest in spring and summer, daytime, 5-6 hours with moderate projection.
The take
What works
- ●Transparent, cool freshness unlike any mainstream fragrance
- ●Ginger adds spice without warmth — clever and distinctive
- ●Unusually crisp from spring through fall — too cool for winter
Trade-offs
- ●Niche appeal — the vodka concept divides wearers
- ●Modest longevity for the price
Notes
Top
Aldehydes
Coriander
CardamomMid
Rhubarb
Lily-of-the-Valley
Pink RoseBase
Ambroxan
oak moss
SandalwoodPerformance
When to wear
Occasions
Gender
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Vodka on the Rocks smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Tiziana Terenzi Foconero (60%), Parfums de Marly Parfums de Marly Percival (50%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.
How long does Vodka on the Rocks last?
6–8 hours on most skin (excellent longevity at 78/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear Vodka on the Rocks?
Strongest in summer and spring, daytime-leaning. Suited to casual, date night, club.
Is Vodka on the Rocks worth it?
At $250–$450, yes for this tier. Transparent, cool freshness unlike any mainstream fragrance. Ginger adds spice without warmth — clever and distinctive.
Details
- Perfumer
- Alberto Morillas
- Collection
- The Liquors