Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab · 2013
A Year of the Snake (2013)
Perfume OilUnisex
The Story
A Year of the Snake is a limited edition Lunar New Year blend from 2013. It opens with a bright burst of tangerine and pink grapefruit, then settles into a heart of jasmine and black tea. The base is a warm, resinous blend of myrrh and sandalwood, with a touch of honeyed amber. It's a complex, evolving scent that captures the spirit of the snake: mysterious, elegant, and transformative.
Note Breakdown
Top Notes
Base Notes
Fragrance composition evolves over time, from the initial sparkling top notes to the deep, long-lasting base.
Encyclopedia Insights
Is this fragrance still available?+
A Year of the Snake was a limited edition released in 2013 for the Lunar New Year. It is no longer in production, but you may find it on secondary markets or in our travel size decants.
What is the scent like?+
It starts with bright citrus notes of tangerine and grapefruit, then transitions to a floral tea heart, and finishes with warm, resinous myrrh, sandalwood, and honeyed amber.
How does the perfume oil format perform?+
Perfume oils from BPAL are highly concentrated and last a long time on skin. Expect 6-8 hours of wear with moderate sillage. The scent evolves beautifully over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this fragrance still available?+
A Year of the Snake was a limited edition released in 2013 for the Lunar New Year. It is no longer in production, but you may find it on secondary markets or in our travel size decants.
What is the scent like?+
It starts with bright citrus notes of tangerine and grapefruit, then transitions to a floral tea heart, and finishes with warm, resinous myrrh, sandalwood, and honeyed amber.
How does the perfume oil format perform?+
Perfume oils from BPAL are highly concentrated and last a long time on skin. Expect 6-8 hours of wear with moderate sillage. The scent evolves beautifully over time.
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