Byredo
Bal d'Afrique Absolu de Parfum
α Alpha Niche · Absolu de Parfum · 2025 Future buy
Randy's rating9.5/10
Public rating9/10
Overall R25.95/28
Normalized N0.927
R = 9.5 × 1.5 + 9 × 1.3 = 25.95 of 28 · N = 25.95 ÷ 28 = 0.927 How scores work
Randy's notesVery nostalgic feeling, with notes that bring back kindergarten.
Notes
Top notes
- bergamot
- lemon
- blackcurrant
Heart notes
- praline
- musks
- violet
Base notes
- black amber
- cedarwood
- vetiver
Details
| House | Byredo |
|---|---|
| Type | Niche · α Alpha |
| Concentration | Absolu de Parfum |
| Released | 2025 |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette |
| Scent family | Woody, Citrus, Amber & Resin |
| Best seasons | Spring, Fall |
| Similar to | Byredo Bal d'Afrique Eau de Parfum Initio Musk Therapy Boadicea the Victorious Hanuman Maison Asrar Belgravia / Bujairami Too Damn Good |
Sources
Fragrantica 4.48/5 (about 9.0/10) from ~2,980 votes; Parfumo 8.7/10 from ~784 scent ratings (longevity 7.9, sillage 7.5). Strong Absolu consensus; rounded to 9. Checked 2026-11-06.
