Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple (Paul Kiler) 2025 + Deep Dream Giveaway.

J’s image of Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple

The Forbidden Temple is the newest  release of the Forbidden Collection composed by perfumer Paul Kiler. It pays homage to jasmine tea one of the most famous scented teas in China. Paul Kiler is a tea lover and has created his own tea accords for The Forbidden Temple making up fifty percent of the composition, along with more accords unique to this perfume. Each of elements of the composition were chosen to incorporate traditional elements of Asian culture both which Paul Kiler and Statik Olfactives creative director Chris Martin have a passion for and are fascinated by.

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Perfumer Paul Kiler and Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple courtesy of the brand.

A soft swell of incense smoke rises up from your skin as The Forbidden Temple opens. A complex yet smooth array of frankincense facets greets your nose, fresh citruses with a touch of candied sweetness, a cool pine green and soft woods giving you this sense of calm. Imagine you’re within a meditative space where incense is burning and its scent is lingering in the air while relaxing with a delicate cup of tea. It’s joined by the glowing aroma of warm fruity sweetened teas, creating a gentle presence giving a comforting feel within the white soft incense smoke. You can feel the jasmine unfurl releasing a soft heady scent into the incense smoke as the steam from the tea rises to meet it. Paul Kiler cleverly uses Hinoki as a counterpoint to the sweeter facets of The Forbidden Temple, it’s brings in a colder breeze of minty fresh greens with a touch of camphor whispering of the darkness outside the temple. Soured lemony woods give a beautiful umami effect, as sweeter elements are released from the tea and incense smoke.

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As more of the jasmine blooms so does a sweetness, a jammy apricot with a floral feel ripens. It took me by surprise the first time I wore Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple, I couldn’t work out where this delicious apricot aroma was coming from around me. With the floral facets it’s almost like osmanthus is present, it has a creamy fruitiness that smooth yet with enough jamminess to make you come back for more sniffs. This is another accord Paul Kiler has built. Incense and osmanthus, especially when it has that fruity floral facet shining are two of my favourite scents in perfumes, beautiful musks is another and The Forbidden Temple does all three in stunning ways. But for now we’re only getting tastes of that musky base. The tea facets are handled in such a beautiful delicate way, it picks up on those stunning delicate facets of short brewed Chinese teas, giving The Forbidden Temple a warm steam like feel as more woods, the Armenian woods add to this warmth with a subtle balsamic richness resins with a touch of smoky vanilla that’s smoothing out some of the Hinoki’s sharper facets rather than adding a sweetness. The way the materials are balanced gives The Forbidden Temple a relaxed and calming feel, its semi transparent as the incense smoke adds a soft focus of meditation.

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Swirls of incense hang over smooth powdery woods like the steam from tea lingering like a thought over a wooden cup. Bois d’Encens keeps that fresh light feel, it’s a co-distillation of olibanum and cedar wood keeping that fresh frankincense fruity citrus facet while making the cedar’s woods feel softer giving a powdery warmth. I think it’s also responsible for the soft animalic balsamic ambery purr you get when you’re more intimate with The Forbidden Temple. Some desire spilling into those meditative thoughts for anyone getting close. A touch of myrrh’s dark rich sweetness adds to the quiet intensity that’s lingering in the woody musks of the base. Paul Kiler has composed his own smooth musk and captive molecule for The Forbidden Temple, the smooth musk blends spices and incense while his bespoke molecule is an accord built from tea, florals and more incense. I love the final dry down of The Forbidden Temple, it’s muskiness has beautiful facets that make me think of one of Kiehl’s Musk, maybe it’s the blend of florals doing it, that softly indolic jasmine is still there with the powdery woods and sandalwood giving a sensual smooth sensation.

 

J’s image of the gold flakes in Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple.

The tea again lingers at the back feeling delicate letting the florals merge into a soft abstract bouquet, it feels so smooth letting the materials dance over and through each other, merging like a dream. The Forbidden Temple captures that sensation of temple incense, as if a soft floral white ash coats your skin, scented with those thoughts and memories as you sipped a stunning jasmine and apricot tea.

The Forbidden Temple is a stunning perfume that captures three of my favourite elements in perfumery and combines them in a way I didn’t think was possible, I’ve been wearing it a lot since I got it and it’s another favourite I’ve smelled in 2025.

Notes: Apricot Jasmine Tea, Hinoki Wood Essential Oil, Sandalwood, Armenian Wood, Bois d’encens, Frankincense – extractions of several types and countries, including both partially and fully pyrogenated, Myrrh, Smooth Musk, PK Perfumes specially made captive basenote molecule – blending tea, florals, and incense.

 Disclosure: A bottle of Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple was sent to J for review; thoughts and nose are their own.

J Wearescentient, Senior Editor, artist & olfactive writer.

The Forbidden Temple by Statik Olfactive

Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple courtesy of the brand

Thanks to the generosity of Statik Olfactive, we have a 50 ml bottle of The Forbidden Temple to give away to one registered reader in the USA or EU. You must register for your entry to be counted. To be eligible, please comment on what sparks your interest in J’s review and where you live. Draw closes 1/8/26

Please read Mimian’s review of Finding Forbidden Love and Sandi’s review of Home for the Holidays here, Nicoleta’s reviews of Crème de Menthe Cafe here, and Scarlett Lady (a 2025 Best of Scent). Karl’s review of Into The Wild. Statik Olfactive is Michelyn’s Best Independent House of 2025

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57 comments

  • Amy L. says:

    I have tried another of Paul Kiler’s creations (Maderas de Oriente Oscuro), and his talent is obvious. Tea, incense, hinoki are all scents I love, and it’s great that Paul created all those unique accords for this blend. The juice is stunning with the gold flakes, and I think a temple theme is apropos for this season, this year. A quiet retreat that is cocooning and mesmerizing. Would Love to try this. CA, USA

  • Sorohan Adriana says:

    A stunning floral that surprises by combining all the surprising elements. I like perfumes that have a sophisticated feminine touch.

  • R2D2 says:

    J’s review reads like a guided meditation. The concept of a perfume that captures “the sensation of temple incense” and the “delicate cup of tea” within a meditative space is profoundly beautiful. The description of the scent as “semi-transparent” with a “soft focus of meditation” is exactly the kind of calming, introspective fragrance I seek. It sounds like an olfactory sanctuary. I am in the EU and would be honoured to win The Forbidden Temple.

  • wowserblue says:

    Sounds like a mysterious and intriguing fragrance. Love the idea of jammy apricot, and sweet myrrh.

  • Jeri Kaye Loving says:

    Sounds like a mysterious and intriguing fragrance. Love the idea of jammy apricot, and sweet myrrh. I’m in the US, in Texas.

  • RH says:

    J’s write-up makes The Forbidden Temple sound utterly intriguing — and that elegant bottle only adds to the allure! I love when a fragrance feels like a small piece of art you want to display as much as wear. The combination of citrusy fruit, tea-like elements, woods and incense sounds like it would be both calming and rich on the skin, and J captured that beautifully in their words. I’m definitely curious to experience it for myself.

    I’m in the USA.

  • Monika says:

    I love incense perfumes and Osmanthus notes, and I love jasmine green tea so this is right up my alley. This review does a great job outlining how several complex notes and very interesting musks in the base come together. I would love to experience this perfume.
    I am in the US. Thanks for the draw!

  • Sybelle16 says:

    Forbidden Temple celebrates apricot jasmine tea; the specially made captive basenote molecule which blends tea, florals, and incense, as the basis of this scent: frankincense and myrrh, precious woods of Armenian Wood, Bois d’encens, Hinoki Wood essential oil brings a woody, aromatic depth along with smooth musks, a subtle apricot note with fruity nuances, coalesces creating an airy quality almost like tea steam billowing from a freshly brewed pot of tea. Forbidden Temple is an olfactive experience that is meditative and transportive.
    USA

  • Devry says:

    Wow! Tea, apricot, hinoki, musks!! All
    Some of my favorites. This review has made The Forbidden Temple a must smell for me. All of the accords sound so interesting and put together in a masterful way. I can’t wait to try this.

    USA

  • Christie says:

    Jasmine green tea is my favorite tea. It’s so fragile and light. The description of The Forbidden Temple with it’s osmanthus and jasmine fits right into my loves. I like how J describes the movement of this fragrance as dancing. I would love to try this.

    Thank you for the giveaway. I’m in the USA.

  • acg233 says:

    I love the description of the incense plus jasmine and apricot tea- sounds lovely! Would love to try this one. USA

  • FragranceFrenzyS says:

    As a lifelong devotee of incense in perfumery, this review has my full attention. J’s nuanced breakdown of the frankincense facets—”fresh citruses,” “cool pine green,” “soft woods”—and the clever use of Bois d’Encens to create a “powdery warmth” with a “soft animalic balsamic purr” is masterful analysis. A perfume that balances smoky incense with the “soft, heady scent” of jasmine and a surprise “jammy apricot” accord sounds like a holy grail. EU

  • Lastochka says:

    The revelation that Paul Kiler created his own tea, jasmine, apricot, and even a bespoke captive molecule for this fragrance is the mark of a true artisan. This isn’t just blending pre-existing materials; it’s building a unique olfactive world from the ground up. J’s excitement about a perfume combining his three favourite elements (incense, osmanthus, beautiful musks) is a powerful endorsement. I am in the EU Germany

  • AromaAdventurer says:

    The image of “swirls of incense hang over smooth powdery woods like the steam from tea lingering like a thought over a wooden cup” is pure poetry. A fragrance that aims to bottle the “thoughts and memories” of sipping tea in a temple is an ambitious and breathtaking concept. It promises not just a scent, but a full atmospheric experience.

    EU based.

  • Nuvare Aenra says:

    J’s description of the jasmine’s journey—unfurling into the incense smoke, becoming “softly indolic” and merging into an “abstract bouquet”—sounds divine. Too often, jasmine is either too clean or too animalic. Here, it seems perfectly balanced within the “soft white ash” of the temple incense. The surprise of the apricot-osmanthus accord is the cherry on top. This sounds like a jasmine composition for true connoisseurs.
    EU

  • LindenNoir says:

    What strikes me most is J’s emphasis on balance and calm. The “cold breeze” of hinoki playing against sweet tea, the “soured lemony woods” providing umami, the bespoke smooth musk tying it all together it speaks to a composition of exquisite tension and release. In a chaotic world, a perfume that embodies a “relaxed and calming feel” and a “sense of clam” is priceless. EU

  • Bran J says:

    What a stunning description. This fragrance seems complex with creamy fruity sweetness, tea and incense. With a soft floral base. This intrigues me with its ode to a temple. NY, USA

  • INYA says:

    I’m a huge fan of incense fragrances. Tea and incense smoke sounds fantastic. Thanks for the opportunity to sniff. MI USA

  • Melissa K says:

    Not only is this bottle gorgeous, so is the poetry of this description. Incense, smokiness, musk, tea.

  • Ensorceler says:

    What really sparks my interest is how vividly J describe the tea and incense interplay. The way he mention jasmine unfurling into the smoke and that surprise apricot facet with Hinoki’s cool edge makes it feel like the scent evolves with emotional depth, feels so immersive, like stepping into a meditative temple. That drydown with powdery woods, myrrh, and bespoke musk sounds like pure bliss. I love that Paul Kiler crafted his own tea accords too; it adds such authenticity to the concept. This might be one of the most poetic modern takes on a tea perfume I’ve read about recently.

    – USA –

  • Jeremi says:

    The poetic interplay of custom tea accords, swirling temple incense, and that surprise jammy apricot-osmanthus facet sounds deeply meditative and unique. Paul Kiler’s artisan approach has me intrigued. I live in Poland, EU

  • Ramses Perez says:

    I’m seeing lots of unique notes in this composition and I always appreciate that. I see why the fragrance was named The Forbidden Temple because it takes inspiration from ancient traditions and gives it a modern twist. I love drinking tea and creating a unique tea accord is a feat on its own. Statik Olfactive is a house I’m not too familiar with but I’ve seen some releases lately that are peaking my interest. It’s a house to watch for indeed. I’m located in the USA.

  • Teresa C says:

    I can’t help but notice spelling errors, so the feeling of clam made me grin, but oh, the description here really took me to a place I want to visit! I adore Japanese incense particulalry and love jasmine tea, and the many elements of natural settings and suggestions of mood and calm spirituality really make this sound like a song I want to hear in person! I live in the US.

  • roxhas1cat says:

    Sounds like a tea ceremony in a woody paradise. Lots of gorgeous notes in this. Seems like myrrh is having a surge and I’m all for that. USA.

  • tashtash says:

    Your description of trying to figure out where the apricot was coming from – we’ve all had those moments! This sounds like a lovely fragrance and I’d love to try it.

  • Kassie Tocko says:

    oh my goodness this sounds like a dream! jasmine & apricot- ugh! & then, florals— i have been watching statik olfactive… always admiring from afar, but, so many great creations & so bold & love all the concepts. this sounds like another amazing one! this one is definitely going onto my wishlist. oh, how i adore a jammy apricot note! as i have spoke on how these reviews take us to memories of the authors- it is all the same when a fragrance comes from concepts in a perfumer/creator tries to capture a certain place, as well- just as they were trying to capture the essence of china w/this one. as always, thank you guys! i am in the united states.

  • R2D2 says:

    The technical details are fascinating. The fact that the custom tea accords make up fifty percent of the composition is staggering. It explains the depth and authenticity J describes. The use of partially and fully pyrogenated frankincense extractions to control the smokiness shows incredible precision. This review is a mini-masterclass in modern artisanal perfumery. EU

  • FragranceFrenzyS says:

    J’s personal moment of being surprised by the apricot aroma, looking around for its source, perfectly captures the magic of a great perfume: it creates its own reality. The Forbidden Temple sounds like a total sensory escape a temporary passport to a place of quiet contemplation and delicate sensation. That is the power of fragrance at its best. I am from the EU

  • Patricia R. says:

    I like that The Forbidden Temple combines woody musks at the base with apricoty, tea and incense notes into a soft abstract bouquet, myrrh even present so it fits the transitional weather emulating faraway climate and spiritual breath. The presentation is worthy of a Silk Road bequest. I live in the EU.

  • wonderscent.mari says:

    J’s review is very interesting, what I like most about this review is the way he described the transition from an intriguing smokey fresh opening, creating a meditative calm aura, followed by a beautiful combination of vibrant jasmine tea and a juicy fruity floral bouquet to a smooth powdery woody musks. It made me intrigued how different notes interact with each other, especially the incense, florals (osmanthus) and the musks accords, creating a very well blended perfume as having the sensation of an ancient temple incense while sipping a fruity jasmine tea. Also i found impressive that Paul Kiler has composed his own smooth musk and captive molecule for The Forbidden Temple, on J’s words, the smooth musk blends spices and incense while his bespoke molecule is an accord built from tea, florals and more incense.
    I would love to try this transporting tea fragrance.
    Thank you for the review and the draw, from Europe.

  • goknitintheocean says:

    Hi there,

    The Forbidden Temple sounds marvelous, with the notes of jasmine tea and hinoki wood conjuring memories, for me, of favorite afternoon teas and beloved spas…Truly a bite of self-care and natural splendor. Thank you for pointing this one out! I am in NYC/USA.

    Happy New Year!
    Deborah

  • Marcia L says:

    Wow. Well written article about an intriguing scent. The words put me in a grove of trees where I could telll I was approaching a temple by the smells of tea steam and incense.

  • bustednose says:

    Tea scents are my favorite and I love incense. This fragrance sounds amazing. I am in the USA.

  • sowa says:

    I envy J’s ability to experience scents so deeply and intimately, and to describe them with such passion and love. It makes you want to experience them immediately. I’m intrigued by the atmosphere of a meditative space inspired by Asian culture. I was captivated by this sentence: “The Forbidden Temple captures that sensation of temple incense, as if a soft floral white ash coats your skin, scented with those thoughts and memories as you sipped a stunning jasmine and apricot tea”.
    I live in the EU

  • Lastochka says:

    The drydown described here is my idea of perfection: a “sensual smooth sensation” of powdery woods, sandalwood, and a beautiful, multifaceted musk that recalls a classic. The mention of a “soft animalic balsamic purr” emerging with intimacy is the kind of clever, wearable animalic that is so rare. A fragrance that evolves into such a personal, skin-like whisper is a true treasure. EU

  • AromaAdventurer says:

    Having followed Statik Olfactive’s journey, their commitment to storytelling and giving perfumers like Paul Kiler a creative playground is admirable. “The Forbidden Collection” is such a compelling theme, and this installment focusing on Chinese tea culture feels both respectful and innovative. J’s review confirms they’ve hit another high note. I am in the EU

  • Nuvare Aenra says:

    The “jammy apricot” accord emerging from jasmine and tea is what truly sparks my interest. It’s an unexpected, almost gourmand twist in a serene, meditative scent. J’s comparison to osmanthus—a note I adore—makes it even more enticing. This isn’t a simple tea scent; it’s a complex, fruity-floral-incense hybrid that defies category. That’s exciting. I am in the EU.

  • LindenNoir says:

    When J concludes that a perfume combines his favourite elements “in a way I didn’t think was possible” and that he’s been “wearing it a lot,” that’s the most genuine and compelling recommendation there is. His reviews come from a place of deep olfactive passion and artistic understanding. If he’s this captivated, I trust that The Forbidden Temple is something extraordinary.

    EU

  • Riccardo says:

    Really enjoyed this review — Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple sounds like a richly layered experience with a sense of mystery and depth that’s quite compelling. The way the notes weave together to suggest ancient woods, incense and shadowy warmth gives it an almost ritualistic feel without ever becoming overly heavy. Definitely one that feels like a journey rather than just a scent.

    Riccardo, Belgium EU

  • mmerline says:

    A steaming cup of jasmine tea is an olfactory experience all on its own, so I’m always intrigued by a fragrance that attempts to build on the pleasures of the real thing. I like how Forbidden Temple places the poured tea in a larger setting, with the smell of incense burning nearby and the creak of evergreen trees swaying outside. And the tea is multifaceted: fruity, floral, sweetened, steamy, musky. “The Forbidden Temple is a stunning perfume that captures three of my favourite elements in perfumery and combines them in a way I didn’t think was possible, I’ve been wearing it a lot since I got it and it’s another favourite I’ve smelled in 2025.” It sounds exceptional and very much like my type of fragrance. Beautiful presentation too.

    I’m in the USA. Thank you for the giveaway!

  • Annika says:

    The Forbidden Temple sounds like a complex incense fragrance that can be worn year round. I’m truly impressed with the quality and types of resins and woods used to form the base of the perfume especially the Hinoki wood EO and multiple types of frankincense extracts. The jasmine and tea notes lighten the incense and wood and provide a sense of calm and contemplation. MD, USA

  • wallygator88 says:

    Thanks for the hypnotic and atmospheric review! Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple feels like stepping into a shadowed sanctum where incense smoke curls over ancient stone—rich myrrh and benzoin opening with deep, resinous warmth, then layers of spices and woods adding texture that’s both mysterious and inviting. I especially loved how the gourmand sweetness never overtakes the sacred depth; instead, it feels threaded through with earthy amber and soft musk that keep the composition grounded yet intriguing.

    Big fan of PKs work and I’d love to try The Forbidden Temple!
    Cheers from WI, USA

  • RaePerfumeSoul says:

    The presentation is beautiful.
    I like sandalwood and incense and tea. Floral are OK in less quantity. These are all things you can find in higher altitude temples. Like the monks of Nepal, Ladakh offer tea to the visitors to warm them up.

    I am UK.

  • opalbear says:

    Well I’ve been so curious about this house and especially this fragrance and this review has only stoked the fire! I love how the notes are being used and what they remind you of (Kiels musk is amazing) and I’m sure I would just completely love this one. Here’s to my luck! Thank you for the generous giveaway!
    I am located in the US.

  • MoSho says:

    Although not much of a tea drinker, before preparing a cup of tea, I always like to sniff the box I’m selecting the satchet from – so one could argue that I like to smell it, rather than drink it.
    So, a tea centered fragrance would fulfill this need of mine – smelling teas :). Of course, The Forbidden Temple is much more than just a tea scent encapsulated in a bottle and I think it’s more special than a tea perfume – the accord Paul built himself are definitely a premise for that.
    Thanks for the review & the draw, from EU.

  • Jos says:

    The way J describes the interplay between jasmine tea, incense, and that surprising apricot-osmanthus accord is captivating. I’m particularly drawn to how Paul Kiler built custom tea accords making up fifty percent of the composition—that level of dedication to capturing the delicate nuances of jasmine tea feels both ambitious and respectful of the cultural elements he’s honoring. The Hinoki as a counterpoint to the sweeter elements sounds masterfully balanced, and the idea of incense smoke creating a “soft focus of meditation” really resonates. The fact that this perfume combines three elements J considers favorites in ways they “didn’t think was possible” makes me incredibly curious to experience it myself. Netherlands (EU).

  • Sonbahia says:

    I love that both Mr. Kiler and Mr. Martin wanted to incorporate elements of Asian culture into this scent. I share their fascination. Paul Kiler’s work in creating his own accords is incredible, not only with tea (which is a key part of The Forbidden Temple), but also with a jammy, creamy, fruity osmanthus and a musk molecule. For Mr. Martin, incense, osmanthus, and musk, very present in this composition, are among his favorite notes, and here they are used in a stunning way. It’s fascinating that the materials are so balanced, giving a relaxed, calming, meditative feel. I love incense, and here it plays an important role, making us feel like we’re in an incense temple, sipping jasmine and apricot tea. Great. I live in Spain, EU.

  • David F says:

    An homage to eastern culture and bringing in many new elements. The idea behind this is rare and I like how it opens up incense heavy but also has floral, green, and sweeter facets rounding it off. Mystery and allure surround this blend and the presentation says a lot too. Would like to own this and get my zen on. From USA

  • mleenstra says:

    The forbidden temple sounds wonderful. I love tea scents. J really describes the combination of florals, incense and tea so well. It sounds really enticing.
    I have never tried any scents by Paul Kiler or Statik so would love to try this. Marit, EU

  • MarianaB says:

    Statik Olfactive is really kicking it! I ordered Creme de Menthe Cafe; it is gorgeous and delicious smelling and a sample of Home for The Holidays based on the review. Going to buy a bottle soon. Jasmine tea, osmanthus and incense sound so beautiful. I live in the USA

  • lkali says:

    Location: Colorado, USA

    What sparks my interest in J’s review is how deeply it connects scent with memory, ritual, and heritage. As someone who is mixed Chinese and Caucasian but grew up with strong Chinese cultural roots, J’s description made me think of my sister and our family. The incense and tea notes stood out to me, as they reminded me of visiting our great-grandfather, who was Buddhist, every Sunday. It reminds me of those quiet moments in his apartment in San Francisco before we would sit down to share tea with him.

    It brought back memories of our mother pouring the tea because she was the youngest person who could pour it, and how those rituals continue to ground us in our culture. Though my sisters and I are all adults now and live in different parts of the country, sharing tea is still what it feels like to come home. Because the tea ceremony is also an important part of a traditional Chinese wedding, The Forbidden Temple would be an incredibly meaningful wedding gift for my sister—a sensory reminder of our shared history, our family, and the home she carries with her as she steps into this next chapter of her life to start a family of her own. I hope to share this gift with her if I win this giveaway.

  • reyessence89 says:

    50% tea accord! Yes yes yes! This is like sneaking inside the forbidden temple, hiding inside a wooden barrel soaked with tea a few hours ago, and waiting for closing time before coming out of hiding to explore. And then falling asleep by the window that overlooks the flower garden and hinoki forest. Such a peaceful vibe. I live in the US.

  • minteacup says:

    Tea, incense, and perfume… three of my favorite things. Sometimes tea perfumes can end up feeling a bit thin and wan, more reminiscent of soap gel than the real thing. In my experience, successful tea perfumes bring in other accords to heighten different aspects of the full tea-brewing or tea-drinking experience… so J’s description of the swirls of incense evoking steam rising off the teacup sound like we’re heading in the right direction even before the closing remarks about how The Forbidden Temple combines notes in a way that didn’t feel possible before! I’m in the US, thank you for the draw.

  • baldyscents says:

    I love the imagery this review creates in my mind. I am transported to that peaceful retreat where hints of the apricot, jasmine and incense all gather in the room blissfully. Not to mention this sounds like something I would love drinking as well! But what mostly sparked my interest is the fact that rather than focusing on the tea smell itself, this perfume seems to focus on everything it entails to drink tea: the experience, the mood, and the environment. Would love to experience this!

    Cheers from the USA.

  • psebi101 says:

    The name is so cool!! I image someone asking me what perfume I’m wearing and I could say “The Forbidden Temple”!
    I can feel that J enjoyed the perfume a lot by reading his thoughts on it and of course the end statement ” a stunning perfume that captures three of my favourite elements in perfumery and combines them in a way I didn’t think was possible” is making me very curious to try it myself.
    I like tea, incense, osmanthus/apricot so I image I’ll be enjoying The Forbidden Temple also.
    Thanks, I am in the EU.

  • foreverscents says:

    The notes in The Forbidden Temple are intriguing, especially the apricot jasmine tea note. J’s description of the jammy and fruity aspect of this note as it combines with the jasmine is so vivid. The incense note is another note creating evokes Asian temples and the serenity found there. This fragrance sounds like the perfect accompaniment to tea drinking and dreaming of Asia.
    I live in the USA.