Byredo Eleventh Hour Eau De Parfum

Byredo Eleventh Hour Eau De Parfum was introduced in 2018 as a unisex scent that contemplates the notion of finality and renewal. Inspired by the idea of the last hour—both literal and metaphorical—this fragrance explores themes of exploration, impermanence, and the emotional resonance of the world's end. Eleventh Hour is deeply philosophical in its composition, reflecting both introspection and bold adventure in its olfactory profile.

The fragrance opens with a striking combination of bergamot and Ban Timmur, a rare Nepalese pepper. The bergamot provides a familiar citrus sparkle, while the Ban Timmur adds a vibrant, spicy twist that is both exotic and earthy. This unique top note pairing offers an energetic and slightly mysterious start that evokes the crisp air of distant mountain regions and the anticipation of discovery.

At the heart of Eleventh Hour lies a rich and nuanced blend of rum, carrot seeds, and wild fig. The rum adds a smooth, warm booziness, while the carrot seeds bring an unexpected earthy sweetness. Wild fig contributes a ripe, green-tinged fruitiness that is both sensual and symbolic—thought to be the first fruit, it suggests origins, temptation, and the cycle of nature. This heart stage is both warm and thought-provoking, deepening the fragrance’s emotional impact.

The base is grounded in tonka beans and cashmere woods, providing a soft, enveloping finish. The tonka beans lend a comforting, creamy warmth with hints of vanilla and spice, while the cashmere woods add a velvety, musky smoothness that clings gently to the skin. This dry-down feels intimate and reflective, creating a sense of peace and quietude, like the hush at the edge of time.

Fragrance Notes:
Top notes: bergamot, Ban Timmur
Heart notes: rum, carrot seeds, wild fig
Base notes: tonka beans, cashmere woods