Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle
Cologne Bigarade
About
Bitter orange opens bright and dry, then softens with a sheer rose in the heart. Grass, hay, and cedar in the base leave a clean green-woody trail. It feels energizing yet composed throughout the day.
Cologne Bigarade opens with the vivid bitterness of orange peel: sharp, juicy, almost sparkling. In the first minutes, bitter orange feels dry and tart rather than sweet, so the fragrance reads focused and clean. A rose note appears in the heart, airy and transparent, softening the citrus edge without turning floral-heavy. Then it settles into a dry green-woody base of grass, hay, and cedar. On skin, this creates a cool, slightly textured freshness with a calm, discreet trail. In character, it is a unisex cologne for those who want citrus without sugary effects. It works best in daytime, warm weather, and settings where a crisp, energizing but understated scent fits.
Top notes
bitter orange
Heart
rose
Base
cedar, grass, hay