
Havana Gold
Dries Van NotenEau de Parfum2025
Side by side
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
The essentials
| Havana Gold | Smoking Hot | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2025 | 2023 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jordi Fernández | Mathieu Nardin |
| Best season | Winter | Winter |
Scent DNA
Havana Gold
Smoking Hot
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
| Havana Gold | Smoking Hot | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
The licorice will either hook you immediately or make you question everything. For those who stay, the tobacco and leather drydown rewards with genuine warmth and depth.Havana Gold
By Kilian nails the hookah bar vibe without making it gimmicky. The apple-tobacco-to-vanilla arc feels intentional and well-executed. Worth sampling if you want something smoky that isn't a campfire.Smoking Hot