Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Warm Spicy
100%
Aromatic
61%
Woody
58%
Citrus
55%
Fresh Spicy
47%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Warm Spicy, Aromatic, and Woody) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Woody, and Citrus among the strongest accord tags here, brighter, lighter families in this mix often fade sooner; reapply or keep a travel size if you want all-day presence.
Projection
With Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Woody, and Citrus among the strongest accord tags here, lighter profiles usually hug the skin; you can layer sprays to push without filling a whole room.
Overview
ZanzibarbyVan Cleef & Arpelsis a Woody Spicy fragrance for men.Zanzibarwas launched in 2001. Zanzibar was created by Jacques Cavallier and Alberto Morillas. Top notes are Cardamom, Citron and Coriander; middle notes are Ginger, Pepper and Cloves; base notes are Sandalwood, Vetiver and Ambrette (Musk Mallow).The name of the perfume says everything: this is a fragrance for adventurers and explorers. It soaked the scent of red African land, exotic trees and hot spices. Zanzibar is an island near the east coast of Africa.Freshness of lemon is covered by a spicy wave of cardamom and coriander. The fragrance becomes warmer and sweeter, revealing the heart of ginger, black pepper and cloves. Woody notes of the base make you feel like in an exotic jungle full of sandalwood, vetiver and ambrette.The perfume was created by Jacques Cavallier and Alberto Morillas in 2001.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Zanzibar office-safe?
- Fresher, lighter profiles often feel easy in conservative offices at one spray.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.