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 Vanilla Bourbon by Nest Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Vanilla Bourbon by Nest is an oriental vanilla fragrance that blends warm, sweet vanilla with rich brown sugar, delicate night blooming jasmine, and soft musk. This combination creates a smooth, comforting scent that balances gourmand sweetness with floral and musky depth. Those attracted to this perfume will appreciate compositions that emphasise vanilla sweetness enriched by caramelised sugars and subtle floral or musk undertones.
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.
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.
FIG PORN by BORNTOSTANDOUT £160.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- fig
- lactonic nuance
- musk
- pear
- peony
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
- green
- unconventional
A milky green fig oozing sweet musk.
PERFUMER
FLORIAN GALLO
103 Bloom Illusion by Bon Parfumeur £115.00
- Key notes:
- frangipani
- hibiscus
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
An exotic & sunny mix with flowers from India and Morocco.
Bon Parfumeur open olfactive dimensions and invite you to add your own story.
Try 103 for tropical fruity flowers.
Perfumer: Karine Dubreuil
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The Sniff on this perfume "103 is a lavish, vivacious floral which creates a little bubble of summer around you as soon as you apply it; it’s full of such happy vibes. Wear it if you are craving some summer sunshine, to celebrate that the sun actually has come out for once, or if you just want to feel all girly and carefree....To our minds, the base of 103 is the real triumph. Once all the shouting of those big white florals have died down, and the overly-sweet-but-very-tran
106 Chromatic Rose by Bon Parfumeur £115.00
- Key notes:
- pink pepper
- rose
- sandalwood
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- woody
Intoxicating and smooth, the Damascena rose radiates throughout. A twist of pink pepper brings a touch of freshness. The velvety touch of rose petals combined with vanilla creates a luxurious veil.
Furthermore, there is a dark, green undertone from the davana herb which contrasts with the silkiness of the rose.
203 Mûre Ébène by Bon Parfumeur £60.00
- Key notes:
- ambergris
- jasmine
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
In 203 sweet berries meet rose and radiant amber.
Bon Parfumeur open olfactive dimensions and invite you to add your own story. Try 203 if you like carefree sunny perfumes full of fragrant references to summer: ripe berries, sea breeze, blooming roses and jasmine.
Perfumer for 203: Corinne Cachen
32°C by 32.JULI £155.00
- Key notes:
- coconut
- jasmine
- tiare flower
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
Light, sand, dreams of faraway places. This creamy tropical floral is built around insinuating jasmine sambac and tiare, fleshed out with coconut and vanilla. A sun lotion accord conjures bare skin gleaming on the beach, while sandalwood lends comfortable milkiness.
About Vanilla Bourbon by Nest
- How does Vanilla Bourbon differ from the fragrances listed here?
- Vanilla Bourbon uniquely combines night blooming jasmine with vanilla, brown sugar, and musk, creating a smooth oriental vanilla with floral and musky undertones. Many listed fragrances share some notes but add different accords such as coffee, fig, or smoky elements, which alter the overall character.
- Are these perfumes suitable for those who like sweet vanilla scents?
- Yes, all listed fragrances include either vanilla or brown sugar, contributing to a sweet and warm profile. However, some also include additional notes like spices, florals, or smoky accords, so the sweetness may be complemented or contrasted by other facets.
- Can these fragrances be worn year-round or are they seasonal?
- Most of these fragrances, including Vanilla Bourbon, lean towards warmer, sweeter notes that suit cooler weather but can be worn year-round depending on personal preference. Lighter options with fresh or floral notes may work better in warmer seasons.









