Dunhill Desire Black Eau de Toilette is a suave spicy citrus that opens with a bright flash of bergamot and grapefruit lifted by crackling black pepper, then deepens into a cool woody heart of cypress with threads of saffron and rose, and finally settles into a confident trail where earthy vetiver meets resinous olibanum and warm amber for an after dark signature that feels polished and magnetic on skin.
Launch & Perfumer
Launched in 2014. Perfumer Irina Burlakova.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Calabrian bergamot, Grapefruit, Black pepper.
Heart: Cypress, Saffron, Rose.
Base: Vetiver, Olibanum, Amber.
Story & Positioning
Desire Black presents the darker side of the Dunhill Desire line, translating crisp citrus and pepper into a night-ready mood with incense toned warmth and a clean woody backbone. It reads as modern and versatile for evening events, dates, and smart casual settings, especially in temperate or cooler weather. If you enjoy pepper driven amber fragrances with a suave urban character, this sits in that polished territory while offering a distinctive saffron and cypress twist.
Bottle & Design
The bottle keeps the iconic Desire hip flask silhouette in a deep black finish that hints at the scent’s nocturnal tone. A metal collar and textured cap add a satisfying mechanical touch, the proportions feel balanced in hand, and the atomizer delivers a smooth, controlled spray that suits both light and generous applications.
Country of Origin: United Kingdom.
Manufacturer: Inter Parfums until September 30, 2023.
Address: Alfred Dunhill Limited, 15 Hill Street, London, W1J 5QT, United Kingdom.
Country of Manufacture: France
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