Highlands by Botanicae

It’s balsamic and clean, with juniper and tea giving an eucalyptus sensation, plus neroli and musk. Ideal for work, it lasts all day. I’d wear it year-round except in summer when I prefer something fresher. Excellent quality for the price.

I can’t stop responding to the person who compared Highlands to a flanker of Patio: it’s absurd, they have nothing in common. The neroli here is on another level, dominated by a wild, cold hay note—marvelous, but nothing like Patio, for heaven’s sake. What do you think?

Highlands is an aromatic floral EDP with woody undertones, where neroli takes center stage surrounded by green and woody notes. It’s not a flanker of Patio, not even remotely. If you remember the Scottish Highlands with their damp pastures and wet earth, this isn’t that perfume. If you’re looking for a mountain vibe, try En Route or Tramonte instead. It’s unisex, well-rounded, and looks amazing on feminine skin. Lasts 7-8 hours with 3-4 sprays, projects well in the first hour. Versatile for spring and fall, suitable for any setting except the gym or a party. I recommend it for its versatility and quality, but always test it on skin before buying niche.

Botanicae has two wonderful green masculine scents: En Route, with Silver Mountain Water vibes from Creed, and Highlands, which is more subtle and versatile. It’s quite refreshing and energizing. An excellent choice for an elegant, professional signature scent.

I agree with @Gusverde: it reminds me of Black Gold by Mancera. I don’t see any clone of Aqua di Parma Essenza, maybe a touch of oakmoss as it dries, but otherwise nothing similar. It’s herbal, elegant, modern, and very long-lasting. I wear it with 4 sprays at 7 AM and it’s still noticeable by 10 PM. I’m testing it in winter now, but I’m sure it won’t disappoint in the heat. My signature scent for spring/fall. Huge congratulations to Botanicae.

Similar opening to the wonderful Black Gold by Mancera, but a bit more herbal and less sharp. Intense, elegant, and modern. Very long-lasting and addictive. Congratulations to the house of Botanicae.

Here’s my impression. I’m not an expert in notes, just sharing my feelings. I discovered Botanicae through a sample set from a friend who’s obsessed, including Highlands. Those 2ml samples smelled like heaven, so I ordered the discovery set. Today, after receiving the 100ml bottle, I confirm it’s insane. Fast and careful shipping, simple bottle, but the content is incredible. I debuted it at the office with 8 sprays. The fresh, green opening is mind-blowing and addictive, with a very strong trail lasting about half an hour until 6:30. At the office from 7 to 3, it never stopped: juniper, neroli, and flowers until 9. People commented on whether it was feminine or asked to try it, and everyone loved it, but I couldn’t stop smelling my wrist. By 5:45, without reapplying, it was still clinging to me. Should I recommend it? Yes, definitely. Give it a try if you have biases about unisex scents—it’s fantastic. It’s staying in my collection to repurchase.