Lime Basil & Mandarin Cologne Sample – Jo Malone London

Zesty, aromatic and warmly woody, Lime Basil & Mandarin Cologne opens with bright lime before basil brings a peppery herbal warmth and amberwood settles into a smooth, gently warm base.

Decanted from genuine retail bottles into unbranded travel-size atomisers. Available in 1ml, 5ml or 10ml sizes so you can try before committing to a full bottle.

At a glance

Fragrance family: Citrus

Note journey: Lime → Basil → Amberwood

First impression: Bright mandarin and zesty lime with a crisp citrus freshness

Develops into: Peppery basil over smooth, gently warm amberwood

Wear style: Office

Season: Spring and Summer

Gender lean: Unisex

Strength: Medium

What it actually smells like

Mandarin and lime give the opening a tart, vibrant citrus freshness before basil introduces its distinctive green, peppery warmth. Amberwood gradually smooths the sharper citrus and herbal edges, leaving a clean woody warmth underneath without making the fragrance feel heavy.

Who this is for

Ideal if you enjoy citrus fragrances with an aromatic, herbal edge rather than straightforward sweetness. It works particularly well for the office if you want something fresh and polished with enough woody warmth to give it structure.

Not for you if

You prefer soft, sweet citrus fragrances or dislike the green, peppery character of aromatic herbs.

Scent notes

Top: Lime, Mandarin
Heart: Basil
Base: Amberwood

Sizes

1ml sample, 5ml discovery spray or 10ml travel spray.

Format: Hand-decanted perfume sample spray.

Your next discovery

If Lime Basil & Mandarin appeals to you, try exploring Eau d’Orange Verte, Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic or Mandarino di Amalfi. Each explores its vibrant citrus freshness, aromatic herbal character and smooth woody warmth from a different perspective.

All samples are hand-decanted from genuine retail bottles into unbranded travel-size atomisers.

Original retail packaging is not included.

Scent Index is an independent fragrance sample retailer and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with any fragrance brand or manufacturer.

Orders are usually dispatched within 1 working day (Monday-Friday).

Choose from Royal Mail Tracked 24 or Tracked 48 at checkout.