Leather
Spicy
Notesanise seedsbenzoincedarwoodcorianderjasminelemonmintmugwortsambucavetiverwhite musk
Tags
#fresh
#sexy
#smoky
Style
unisex
Cool herbs, the sweetness of anise, the warmth of a boozy flame at the bottom of a glass. Blue Flame begins in that glass. It opens bright and bitter, like lemon peel twisted between the fingers. Mint leaves and dry coriander seed steadies it. Then comes sambuca, the anise liqueur that lingers with chilly sweetness, shadowed by bitter/herbal Mugwort. Vetiver and cedarwood trace the outline of dry wood, and benzoin resin adds a low hum. Finally, white musk emerges, turning this cool customer into a warm, languid skin scent, its sweet herbs still held within.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
The plates have been cleared, but the conversation has not quite ended. Blue Flame suits that slower, closer register: bitter herbs and anise keep the sweetness alert, while dry woods and musk suggest the warmth lingering after a small glass of sambuca.
How to wear
Mild or cooler weather is a natural setting for its contrast of cool herbs and warm resin. Start with one or two sprays on skin, allowing the lemon and mint opening to settle into woods and musk. In warmer conditions, apply lightly so the sambuca sweetness remains measured.
Who it’s for
For those drawn to aromatic bitterness, anise and spirit-inspired accords rather than sugary gourmands. Its combination of cool herbs, dry woods and restrained resin sweetness will appeal to wearers who enjoy tension between a brisk opening and a warmer, more intimate finish.
Release year
2026
The nose
Luca Maffei is an Italian perfumer whose work spans independent niche houses and established fragrance brands. His compositions often balance a distinctive central accord with carefully structured woods, florals and resins; Néa for Jul et Mad is among his notable creations. In Blue Flame, he interprets sambuca through contrasting temperatures: bright citrus and cool herbs give way to benzoin, dry woods and a warmer musky finish.
Insenf’s story
INSENF is a Seoul-based niche house that connects Korean craftsmanship with contemporary perfumery under the philosophy of Heritage Meets Innovation. Its inspiration comes from everyday food, fashion and lifestyle, translated into fragrance through collaborations with international perfumers. Handmade porcelain caps extend that dialogue between tactile craft and modern composition.
Blue Flame’s concept
Blue Flame takes its inspiration from the final drink after dinner: a small glass of sambuca, low lighting and a flickering blue flame. Part of The Table Collection, it turns this image into a contrast between chilly anise sweetness and bitter herbs, followed by warm woods, resin and musk, rather than a heavily sugared liqueur scent.
Extra info
The heart features a specifically named sambuca accord, paired with mugwort leaf and white jasmine. INSENF’s tiered bottle silhouette represents the top, heart and base of a fragrance, while its porcelain cap reflects the house’s emphasis on handmade craft.
Notesanise seedsbenzoincedarwoodcorianderjasminelemonmintmugwortsambucavetiverwhite musk
Tags
#fresh
#sexy
#smoky
Style
unisex
Cool herbs, the sweetness of anise, the warmth of a boozy flame at the bottom of a glass. Blue Flame begins in that glass. It opens bright and bitter, like lemon peel twisted between the fingers. Mint leaves and dry coriander seed steadies it. Then comes sambuca, the anise liqueur that lingers with chilly sweetness, shadowed by bitter/herbal Mugwort. Vetiver and cedarwood trace the outline of dry wood, and benzoin resin adds a low hum. Finally, white musk emerges, turning this cool customer into a warm, languid skin scent, its sweet herbs still held within.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
The plates have been cleared, but the conversation has not quite ended. Blue Flame suits that slower, closer register: bitter herbs and anise keep the sweetness alert, while dry woods and musk suggest the warmth lingering after a small glass of sambuca.
How to wear
Mild or cooler weather is a natural setting for its contrast of cool herbs and warm resin. Start with one or two sprays on skin, allowing the lemon and mint opening to settle into woods and musk. In warmer conditions, apply lightly so the sambuca sweetness remains measured.
Who it’s for
For those drawn to aromatic bitterness, anise and spirit-inspired accords rather than sugary gourmands. Its combination of cool herbs, dry woods and restrained resin sweetness will appeal to wearers who enjoy tension between a brisk opening and a warmer, more intimate finish.
Release year
2026
The nose
Luca Maffei is an Italian perfumer whose work spans independent niche houses and established fragrance brands. His compositions often balance a distinctive central accord with carefully structured woods, florals and resins; Néa for Jul et Mad is among his notable creations. In Blue Flame, he interprets sambuca through contrasting temperatures: bright citrus and cool herbs give way to benzoin, dry woods and a warmer musky finish.
Insenf’s story
INSENF is a Seoul-based niche house that connects Korean craftsmanship with contemporary perfumery under the philosophy of Heritage Meets Innovation. Its inspiration comes from everyday food, fashion and lifestyle, translated into fragrance through collaborations with international perfumers. Handmade porcelain caps extend that dialogue between tactile craft and modern composition.
Blue Flame’s concept
Blue Flame takes its inspiration from the final drink after dinner: a small glass of sambuca, low lighting and a flickering blue flame. Part of The Table Collection, it turns this image into a contrast between chilly anise sweetness and bitter herbs, followed by warm woods, resin and musk, rather than a heavily sugared liqueur scent.
Extra info
The heart features a specifically named sambuca accord, paired with mugwort leaf and white jasmine. INSENF’s tiered bottle silhouette represents the top, heart and base of a fragrance, while its porcelain cap reflects the house’s emphasis on handmade craft.