Kilian Midnight Espresso

Fragrance Overview

Midnight Espresso by Kilian is a rich amber gourmand Eau de Parfum inspired by the energy and indulgence of an Espresso Martini.

Created by perfumer Mathieu Nardin, the fragrance captures the atmosphere of late-night hours, when dinner gives way to drinks, music and the seductive energy of after dark. Coffee, rum, chocolate and hazelnut translate the character of a decadent nightcap into scent, while Bourbon vanilla and Siam benzoin provide a smooth, lingering warmth.

Dark, sweet and addictive, Midnight Espresso combines the intensity of coffee and spirits with velvety gourmand notes for a fragrance designed firmly for after hours.

What Does Kilian Midnight Espresso Smell Like?

Midnight Espresso opens with intense coffee and rum, creating a dark, roasted and distinctly boozy first impression reminiscent of an Espresso Martini.

The heart becomes richer and more gourmand as chocolate melts into hazelnut, adding a creamy, nutty sweetness to the roasted coffee character.

As the fragrance dries down, Bourbon vanilla brings smooth, indulgent sweetness while Siam benzoin adds warm, balsamic depth. The result is a velvety coffee gourmand where rum-spiked espresso, chocolate and hazelnut settle into rich vanilla and resinous warmth.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

Coffee, Rum

Heart Notes

Chocolate, Hazelnut

Base Notes

Bourbon Vanilla, Siam Benzoin

Fragrance Family

Coffee Gourmand

When to Wear Kilian Midnight Espresso

Midnight Espresso is particularly suited to autumn and winter, when its rich coffee, chocolate, hazelnut and vanilla notes can feel at their most indulgent.

Made with nighttime in mind, it is an ideal choice for dinners, cocktails, dates and late evenings. Fans of coffee gourmands will particularly enjoy its combination of roasted espresso depth, boozy warmth and smooth chocolate sweetness.

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