Black Phantom

Black Phantom by By Kilian is a highly polarizing gourmand fragrance that embodies a rich, boozy, and decadent profile centered around dark chocolate, rum, caramel, coffee, and roasted almond. As a quintessentially unisex scent, it leans slightly masculine due to its powerful alcohol and earthy accents, though many users perceive it as equally wearable on women seeking a bold, seductive aroma. The opening is intense and slightly overwhelming, featuring a sharp, sweet, and smoky burst of rum-infused coffee and molasses-like caramel that some describe as explosive or thick — even likening it to a burnished coffee shop or a tobacco-tinged industrial palette. Over time, it evolves into a creamy, velvety, and warm core where the chocolate, almond, and sandalwood create a luxurious, slightly dusty texture. The dry down is intimate and intimate, lightly clinging to the skin, with the sweet and boozy notes gradually dialing down into a soft, woody, and earthy aura that lingers through the night. Its performance is a standout: most users report exceptional longevity, often lasting 6 to 10 hours, with a notable sillage that persists even into colder weather. Many describe it as a 'faint ghost' that follows them—delicate yet unavoidable—making it ideal for evening wear, cold seasons, and dates, though some critics find the projection too intimate or the sweetness too cloying. A small number report allergic reactions, nausea, or a nearly chemical odour (frankly described as burnt rubber, stale coffee, or a sour dairy note), especially on sensitive skin. The cost is frequently seen as unjustified—overpriced given the availability of less expensive dupes—but those who appreciate its complexity find it worthy of the price.