Vanille Glacé is a marron glacé finished with vanilla in place of chestnut. The sugar isn’t in a hurry. It soaks in one layer at a time, finishing with a glossy sheen. The first impression is brown sugar syrup, with cinnamon drawing the syrup into sharper focus. At its heart, the vanilla leans heavy rather than white and airy. Freshly baked madeleine adds soft warmth, and espresso casts a thin, bitter shadow at the edge of the sweetness.
The drydown gives full reign to blond woods, tonka bean and musk, lending reassurance to the indulgence.
Best High Tea by Brown Girl Jane Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
High Tea by Brown Girl Jane is a warmly spiced gourmand fragrance balancing sweet and floral elements. It opens with the delicate softness of madeleine and orange flower water, enriched by brown sugar and cinnamon for a comforting sweetness. Amber and sandalwood provide a smooth, resinous base, while milk accord and biscotti add a creamy, edible quality. This blend suits those who appreciate rich, subtly floral gourmand compositions with a cozy, sophisticated character.
Vanille Glacé by Insenf £125.00
- Key notes:
- brown sugar
- cinnamon
- coffee
- sandalwood
- tonka beans
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
Beso Canalla by Beso Beach £145.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- brown sugar
- caramel
- labdanum
- neroli
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
It’s a delectable amber with focus on the gourmand aspect of that ancient perfume recipe. Usually, an amber mix would require a resin (labdanum, benzoin, etc.), patchouli and vanilla. In Beso Canalla this sweet component often represented and highlighted by vanilla was extended to many dimensions. It starts with gently sweet bergamot, descends into caramelized a sugar accord in the heart and dries down into a sweet sandalwood and amber amalgamation.
In the Beso perfume trilogy this formula represents the relaxed afternoon when you have had your early morning swim and are now gathering energies for the night out ahead (chilling in the sweet shade with an ice cold orangeade, feet buried in warm sand).
Bubble Tea by d'Annam £130.00
- Key notes:
- black tea
- brown sugar
- milk accord
- tapioca
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- floral
- fruity
Inspired by Tawain’s blockbuster beverage: sweet milk tea shaken with tapioca pearls. This eau de parfum suggests the drink's complex flavors: roasted black tea, rich brown sugar, creamy milk and soft, chewy boba. A dusty, honeyed floral note lends sensuality.
Nightfall in the City of Kings by Mystikum £190.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- carrot seeds
- cedarwood
- cinnamon
- incense
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- vintage/old school
- woody
Twilight to moonlight in an ancient city. Cumin, peach and cedarwood in an intimate embrace, summoning the smell of skin seasoned by passion.Turkish rose surrenders to a velvety bed of amber, patchouli and sandalwood. For lovers of Féminité du Bois, the groundbreaking niche perfume created by Christopher Sheldrake with Pierre Bourdon.
Perfumer: Mark Buxton
Sumo Wrestler by J-Scent £122.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- cinnamon
- incense
- sandalwood
- star anise
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- woody
Contrary to Western expectations, sumo wrestlers rikishi 力士 exude an elegant scent which incorporates a traditional hair oil called bintsuke. This perfume conjures bintsuke with an aromatic eucalyptus and anise opening, before violet and heliotrope create a powdery smellscape, turning musky with the addition of patchouli and sandalwood. This eau de parfum represents a powerful sumo wrestler with a gentle, incense-like warmth.
Crispy Porn by Ourte £115.00
- Key notes:
- brown sugar
- coffee
- rum
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- edible
Ourte’s signature vanilla, inspired by toasted waffles and caramel popcorn. Coffee with nuts, coconut on top, soaked in the finest rum. With one dirty ingredient – castoreum – that sets your senses on fire. Live crispy, play naughty.
Strawberry Mochi | いちご大福 by d'Annam £130.00
- Key notes:
- brown sugar
- rice
- strawberry
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- fruity
- woody
The scent of rice,
fills my empty stomach,
the bright sun
- Kobayashi Issa
稲の香の
すき腹に入む
日影哉
- 小林一茶
Sticky rice and earthy-sweet red bean paste combine in an aroma profile reminiscent of popcorn. An understated strawberry permeates this comforting gourmand, enriched by vanilla and a touch of brown sugar.
Alambar by Laboratorio Olfattivo £105.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- bergamot
- cinnamon
- cocoa
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Perfumer: Enrico Buccella
A tribute to an icon and its amber-scented world – amber, ambar, alambre, ambra, ambrum, ambarum, Alambar. Built around a spiced cinnamon and honeyed vanilla heart of sublime quality, subtle tones have been amplified. Shimmering and slightly peppered bergamot reveals the full spectrum of the amber’s gourmand, floral, leathery and spicy notes. Its woody character is reinforced by addictive cocoa and the enveloping layers bring a warm mystical aura.
Baraonda by Nasomatto £130.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- cinnamon
- peru balm
- rum
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Baronda is the perfume of hedonistic pleasures, of throwing caution to the wind, of no longer giving a f**k. Whisky and honey are the opening act here, loosening inhibitions and smoothing the way for a long cruise through cinnamon, immortelle, vanilla and resinous amber.
DRUNK LOVERS by BORNTOSTANDOUT £240.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- cinnamon
- cognac
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- woody
Perfumer: Hamid Merati-Kashani
Inebriated with desire, mmmmm! Red berries in a sparkling swirl of aromatic juniper, clary sage and ginger, spiked with cognac and cardamom, infused with fragrant woods and resins. One sniff leads to another, and another, and another…
About High Tea by Brown Girl Jane
- How does High Tea differ from these similar fragrances?
- High Tea combines floral and gourmand notes like orange flower water, freesia, and madeleine with creamy milk accord and biscotti, creating a balanced softness. Many similar fragrances focus more on resinous amber, spicy cinnamon, or boozy notes, making High Tea lighter and more floral in comparison.
- Which fragrances here have the strongest gourmand presence?
- Fragrances such as Vanille Glacé, Crispy Porn, and Drunk Lovers emphasise gourmand elements like vanilla, coffee, rum, and brown sugar, offering rich, sweet profiles. Those seeking a creamy, edible quality will find these options particularly prominent.
- Are there any fragrances here with a smoky or powdery character?
- Yes, Nightfall in the City of Kings, Sumo Wrestler, and Baraonda introduce smoky and powdery aspects through notes like incense, cedarwood, and peru balm, contrasting with High Tea’s smoother gourmand warmth.









