Psychoterratica II.

Psychoterratica II emerged from Jorum Studio’s ongoing Psychoterratica experiment, a playful collective effort launched in 2019 to craft something truly new. In 2020 perfumer Euan McCall took the concept further, blending bright citrus with unexpected forest elements. The fragrance reflects the brand’s Scottish roots and its love of everyday humour, turning a simple idea, exploring the planet’s green side, into a wearable, collaborative artwork.

What makes the composition striking is the juxtaposition of a sharp, almost edible fruit trio, grapefruit, guava and rhubarb, with a damp, moss‑laden heart of soil tincture, mushroom and moss. The cucumber adds an ozonic coolness that bridges the top’s acidity and the earthy base, while pink pepper injects a fleeting spice that keeps the scent from settling too quickly.

The opening erupts with a burst of grapefruit and orange that feels like a sunrise over a dewy meadow, instantly brightened by pink pepper’s bite and the crispness of cucumber. Within ten minutes the scent pivots to a verdant core where magnolia and honeysuckle bloom over a juicy splash of passion fruit, while soil tincture, moss and mushroom lay down a damp forest floor that grounds the citrus. As the composition dries, cedar and patchouli rise, wrapping the green heart in warm, dry wood. The mushroom note softens, leaving a subtle earthiness that clings to skin for the full eight‑to‑ten hours, making the drydown feel like a quiet walk through pine‑lined trails after dusk.

Psychoterratica II captures a moment of urban optimism, blending the zest of grapefruit with the crispness of cucumber to evoke a bustling morning market. Its composition reflects a cultural shift toward bright, gender‑neutral fragrances that celebrate individuality. The inclusion of pink pepper adds a subtle spice that mirrors the growing appetite for nuanced, layered scents in contemporary perfumery, while guava and pear introduce a tropical sweetness that resonates with global travel trends. This fragrance stands as a testament to the modern desire for freshness combined with depth, appealing to a diverse audience seeking both vibrancy and sophistication.