Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab · 2010
A Year of the Water Tiger
Perfume OilUnisex
The Story
A Year of the Water Tiger is a limited edition Lunar New Year blend from 2010. It opens with a crisp, watery lotus and tart yuzu, then softens into a heart of bamboo and white tea. The base is a grounding blend of sandalwood, white musk, and a touch of ginger. It's a fresh, green scent that captures the energy of the Water Tiger year.
Note Breakdown
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 Water Tiger was a limited edition release in 2010 and is no longer produced. You may find it occasionally in secondary markets or decants.
What does 'Water Tiger' mean?+
In Chinese astrology, 2010 was the Year of the Water Tiger. This fragrance was created to celebrate that lunar new year, with notes evoking water and tiger-like energy.
How does the perfume oil format perform?+
As a perfume oil, it has moderate longevity (around 6 hours) and soft sillage. It sits close to the skin and develops beautifully over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this fragrance still available?+
A Year of the Water Tiger was a limited edition release in 2010 and is no longer produced. You may find it occasionally in secondary markets or decants.
What does 'Water Tiger' mean?+
In Chinese astrology, 2010 was the Year of the Water Tiger. This fragrance was created to celebrate that lunar new year, with notes evoking water and tiger-like energy.
How does the perfume oil format perform?+
As a perfume oil, it has moderate longevity (around 6 hours) and soft sillage. It sits close to the skin and develops beautifully over time.
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