Product Information
Kilian Paris | Black Phantom “Memento Mori” Carafe (250ml)
Black Phantom “Memento Mori” is the dark, gourmand jewel of Kilian Hennessy’s "Cellars" collection. It is a fragrance of deep subversion, inspired by the motto of the pirates: "Remember that you must die." In its 250ml Carafe format, this scent is elevated from a personal accessory to a grand architectural centerpiece, designed for the ultimate connoisseur of the house.
The Olfactory Composition
Created by perfumer Sidonie Lancesseur, Black Phantom is a "cellar" scent that captures the aroma of a pirate ship's hold—steeped in rum, coffee, and precious woods.
The Drunken Opening: The fragrance strikes immediately with a heavy, syrupy Rum accord from Martinique. This is balanced by the bittersweet aroma of Strong Coffee, creating an addictive, dark energy.
The Gourmand Heart: As it settles, a "deadly" sweetness emerges. Cane Sugar and Dark Chocolate melt into a creamy Almond (Heliotrope) note, evoking the scent of a poisoned treat.
The Woody Foundation: The dry down is a sophisticated, structural base of Sandalwood and Vetiver. The sandalwood provides a milky, skin-like texture, while the vetiver adds a dry, earthy smokiness that keeps the gourmand notes from becoming too cloying.
The 250ml Carafe: A Masterpiece of Glass
The Carafe is the most prestigious presentation in the Kilian Paris universe, harking back to the traditional cognac decanters of the Hennessy heritage.
The Design: Crafted with the historic savoir-faire of master glassmakers, the 250ml carafe is a heavy, weighted vessel. Its glass is etched with the iconic Kilian "K" and features a sleek, architectural silhouette.
The Stopper: It is crowned with a monumental, silver-toned cap that is weighted and polished to a mirror finish.
The Ritual: The carafe is designed for the ritual of decanting. It comes with a matching travel spray and a glass funnel, allowing you to refill your portable vials while the carafe remains a permanent, majestic fixture on your vanity.
Technical Profile
Volume: 250ml / 8.5 fl. oz.
Concentration: Eau de Parfum.
Vibe: Dark, opulent, mysterious, and dangerously sweet.
Longevity: Exceptional. The coffee and sandalwood notes cling to the skin for 12+ hours.
Sillage: Significant. It leaves a rich, "edible" trail that is impossible to ignore.
Visual & Collection Synergy
For a collector focused on premium, luxury aesthetics and hyper-realistic photography, the Black Phantom Carafe is a dream subject.
Styling Suggestion: To lean into your preferred color palette, imagine this deep black and silver carafe set against a light blue or sea-green back-lit architectural wall. The contrast between the "Pirate Noir" aesthetic and a clean Petronas-teal glow would create a stunning, high-fashion visual.
Pairing: If you enjoy the structural intensity of Frédéric Malle’s Dawn or the resinous depth of Henry Jacques, Black Phantom provides a "gourmand-dark" counterpoint. It offers the same level of complexity but swaps the desert resins for the richness of the Caribbean cellar.
Delivery & Returns
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