Blackwater Thistle
Criminal ElementsEau de Parfum2016
Side by side
Blackwater Thistle vs. With the Candlestick
With the Candlestick wears longer on skin, while Blackwater Thistle projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Blackwater Thistle | With the Candlestick | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Extrait de Parfum |
| Launched | 2016 | 2023 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Aelfrik Spektor, Corey Newcombe | Laura Oberwetter |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Blackwater Thistle
Earthy
Green
Herbal
Mossy
Violet
Fresh
Aromatic
Powdery
With the Candlestick
Smoky
Amber
Warm Spicy
Musky
Balsamic
Cherry
Leather
Woody
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Earthy NotesGrassReed
Cherry wineCinnamon
Heart—
Church frankincenseCandle WaxLabdanum
Base
MossVioletThistle
SmokeMusk
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Blackwater Thistle | With the Candlestick | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 2-4 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
This one doesn't ask permission. The geosmin and thistle open like a dare, bitter, green, swampy, and not everyone survives the first minute. But if you've ever wanted to smell like a highlands lake.Blackwater Thistle
This one leans architectural, not sweet. Cherry wine gives it initial body but cinnamon prevents any dessert-like drift. The frankincense and smoke carry the load after the first hour.With the Candlestick