Carioca by Granado
Men Women 2015
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Description
Carioca by Granado is a citrus fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2015, this composition features top notes of bergamot and freesia; a heart of violet, valley lily, and jasmine; and a base blending musk, sandalwood, amber, and tonka bean.
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
1,993 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Love it
581 votes
Season
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814 votes
Time of day
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451 votes
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About Carioca
Carioca by Granado is a citrus fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2015, this composition features top notes of bergamot and freesia; a heart of violet, valley lily, and jasmine; and a base blending musk, sandalwood, amber, and tonka bean.
Flowers White flowers Woods and mosses Musk, amber and animalic Spices
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
348 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
361 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
348 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Good value
313 votes
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It’s a sincere fragrance because its notes are noticeable at first glance: citrus, florals, musk, and air. If you compare it, it’s like a lighter version of Cool Water and CK One, without that strong marine salinity or heavy spices. It’s ideal for summer because of how fresh it is, and that’s its biggest appeal. Note: the alcohol evaporated over time, so now it smells like an Eau de Parfum. It improved significantly in longevity and depth, going from being an extra to a favorite. I let it rest for a year and a half after using a fifth of the bottle.
Granado Carioca smells like pure bliss, with that just-right touch of citrus, flower, and musk. I was caught off guard because it smells like real sea salt, as if it were an actual ingredient; it’s a blend of classic cologne and a seaside soak. I love it and it transports me straight to the white and black sidewalks of Ipanema.
Granado Carioca smells like pure bliss: a perfect balance between citrus, floral, and musk. I was caught off guard by the sea salt note, because it smells exactly like the real thing—a mix of classic cologne with a seaside bath. I love it; it transports me straight to the white and black sidewalks of Ipanema.