Narcos'is by Vertus

Best Narcos'is by Vertus Alternatives & Similar Perfumes

Narcos'is by Vertus is a complex blend that combines the tartness of rhubarb and mandarin with the warmth of cardamom, ginger, and amber. Coffee adds a rich depth, while peach and mango introduce subtle fruity sweetness. Ambergris and vetiver round out the composition with an earthy, slightly marine undertone. Those seeking fragrances in this vein should focus on a balance between spicy, fruity, and amber notes with an underlying coffee or vetiver presence.

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Beso Pasión

Beso Pasión by Beso Beach £120.83

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • blood orange
  • cardamom
  • fig
  • ginger
  • musk
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • fruity
  • green
  • woody

Perfumer: Jordi Fernández (the nose behind the white floral wonder of Latin Lover).

Beso Pasion is like a sweet summer breeze caressing a Mediterranean island. A breeze infused with sea salt, the delicious aroma of fig trees, and fragrant grass cured by the hot sun.

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Awake

Awake by Akro £133.33

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • coffee
  • lemon
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #clean
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • woody

Awake is Akro’s energising coffee fragrance. This EdP captures the evocative smell of a warm coffee shop on a cold day: the freshly ground beans and the steam; the bitter luxury offset by the alluring hint of baked goods.

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Juice | Balanced & Expressive

Juice | Balanced & Expressive by Commodity £112.50

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • raspberry
  • rhubarb
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sexy
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • fruity

An explosive, colourful, unconventional twist on the juicy, fruity fragrance profile. Juice | Balanced & Expressive centers on succulent, vibrant fruits, paired with Bulgarian rose and fresh Cyclamen to add bloom and breath. Amberwood brings modernity and depth.

This is the Balanced & Expressive version of Juice, with a noticeable projection that’ll make a mark, not a scene. Also try Juice | Personal and Juice | Bold.

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Juice | Personal

Juice | Personal by Commodity £112.50

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • raspberry
  • rhubarb
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • fruity

This is a more transparent, floral expression of Juice | Balanced. It's sheer and intimate, like a halo of fruity floral essence rather than an explosive blast. The silken woods and watery jasmine soften the juicy ripeness of the fruits. Musk adds a cozy airiness that's both comforting and sensual." — perfumer Nathalie Benareau

This is the Personal version of Juice, for those who prefer a subtle, intimately-projecting fragrance that invites closeness. Also try Juice | Balanced & Expressive and Juice | Bold.

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Nirmala

Nirmala by Molinard £62.50

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  • Key notes:
  • jasmine
  • mandarin
  • mango
  • passion fruit
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • fruity

A carefree fruity progression of sweet citruses, honeyed jasmine and delicious mango.

Nirmala means “pure” in Hindi and the perfume is a bright generous formula akin in its vibes to the colorful Holi festival of colors. A celebration which involves people throwing colored powder on each other and squirting each other with water guns.

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Eau de thé & Gingembre

Eau de thé & Gingembre by 100BON £29.17

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  • Key notes:
  • ginger
  • lemongrass
  • mandarin
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • green
  • spicy

A journey between citrus freshness and spicy oriental notes that captivates and intoxicates. A fragrance to awaken our senses and elevate our consciousness.

Perfumer: Serge de Oliveira

"In the summer, to refresh my mind, I like to walk along the paths of lemon trees, filled with sunshine and light. The smell of the barely ripe lemons is intoxicating and lively and mixes with the purity of the air. Eau de Thé & Gingembre transcribes this sensation of freshness. It is a cologne with sparkling citrus fruits enhanced with a floral heart and a spicy note of ginger. Its bright scent is ideal for me for hot summer days."

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Iris Coffee

Iris Coffee by Cherigan £133.33

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • coffee
  • leather
  • orris (iris root)
  • suede
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • woody

Iris Coffee is a sophisticated sip of beautifully-bitter coffee with a cardamom bite. An undercurrent of jasmine lends voluptuousness, while powdery iris, tonka bean and musk steer the composition towards leather. Stimulating and comforting.

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Monopteros

Monopteros by Der Duft £91.67

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  • Key notes:
  • aldehydes
  • cardamom
  • coconut
  • coffee
  • neroli
  • Tags:
  • #animalic
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • unconventional
  • woody

A collaboration with Anselm Skogstad.

Monopteros, an architectural term for a circular colonnade supporting a roof but without any walls.

In this perfume the dome is made of a giant coconut shell, the columns are made of coffee and spices and there is an icy aldehydes fountain in the center. The perfume is trippy, but in fun way.

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Beso Deseo

Beso Deseo by Beso Beach £120.83

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  • Key notes:
  • ginger
  • mango
  • sea salt
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • fruity
  • marine
  • spicy

Beso Deseo es el instante previo. La tensión que se construye en silencio antes de que todo ocurra.

Una fragancia que une la intensidad del oud con la luminosidad de las frutas — sensual, elegante y profundamente adictiva. La chispa invisible entre dos miradas hecha perfume.

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Ambrosia

Ambrosia by Byermia £104.17

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  • Key notes:
  • civet
  • coconut
  • guava
  • heliotrope
  • mango
  • mimosa
  • orris (iris root)
  • peach
  • plumeria
  • sandalwood
  • tuberose
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • #powdery
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • fruity
  • vintage/old school

Inspired by the mythical nectar of the gods, Ambrosia opens with the sweet, delicate notes of plumeria and mango, layered with the lush richness of peach, lychee, and coconut. The heart reveals the creamy depth of heliotrope, musk, and guava, while wafts of French orris, Mysore and Sri Lankan sandalwood, Indian tuberose and vintage Ethiopian civet evoke a divine atmosphere—capturing the essence of heavenly indulgence.

About Narcos'is by Vertus

How does Narcos'is differ from the fragrances listed here?
Narcos'is uniquely balances rhubarb, coffee, fruit and ambergris, creating a complex and warm composition with a marine undertone. The fragrances listed share some of these elements but often emphasise either fresher, sweeter, animalic or floral aspects, resulting in different overall characters.
Which note in Narcos'is gives it its tart fruitiness?
Rhubarb is the main contributor to the tart, green-fruity aspect in Narcos'is. It provides a sharp, slightly sour edge that contrasts with the warmer amber and coffee notes.
Are there fragrances similar to Narcos'is with a stronger coffee presence?
Yes, Awake, Iris Coffee and Monopteros all highlight coffee prominently alongside cardamom, delivering a richer, roasted character compared to Narcos'is’s balanced composition.