An Opening of Cool Metal and Crisp Florals
Davidoff Cool Elixir opens with a distinct, metallic freshness. The introduction of rose oxide creates an immediate sense of coolness – sharp, clean, and almost mineral-like in texture. This top note is not floral in the conventional sense; instead, it carries a silvery, almost glacial character that cuts through the air, setting the stage for the fragrance’s more grounded heart.
This metallic clarity is softened slightly by the herbal undertone of lavandin absolute. Lavandin, known for its crisp, aromatic quality, introduces a soothing layer of green, balancing the starkness of rose oxide while maintaining the fragrance’s overall air of restraint. The heart remains structured and precise, with no excess sweetness or floral ornamentation.
A Base Anchored in Oud and Smoke
At the core of Cool Elixir lies the element that defines its signature – oud accord. Rich, resinous, and dark, the oud brings a deep, smoky warmth that contrasts sharply with the crispness of the opening notes. This oud accord is not heavy or overly dense; instead, it moves with a fluid, earthy presence, blending seamlessly into the surrounding accords without overpowering them.
As the fragrance settles, the oud’s texture deepens, revealing facets of wood and resin that evoke the scent of sun-warmed driftwood on a remote coast. The dry-down lingers in this space, merging the mineral coolness of rose oxide with the smoky embrace of oud, creating a finish that feels both grounded and ethereal.
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A Visual Odyssey – A Tale of Myth and Depth
Davidoff’s launch of Cool Elixir extends beyond scent, unfolding through a narrative shaped by elements of myth and marine adventure. The campaign follows Charles Melton, who embodies the role of a modern explorer, diving into the ocean’s depths in search of a mythical bottle guarded by a sea dragon.
Annahstasia Enuke joins him as a queen of the deep, a figure who moves through water with an air of untamed power and elegance. The underwater world is depicted as a dark, hypnotic space where light and shadow play across the surface, echoing the fragrance’s contrast between cool metal and warm oud.
The visual concept draws inspiration from ancient legends of the sea, blending cinematic tension with Davidoff’s signature aquatic aesthetic. The result is a narrative that evokes the mystery of undiscovered depths, a fitting backdrop for a fragrance that balances strength and refinement.
The Bottle – A Faceted Gem in Midnight Blue
Cool Elixir’s bottle design mirrors the intensity of the scent itself. The glass is sculpted into a deep blue, faceted structure, reminiscent of a cut gemstone submerged in the ocean’s depths. This angular, sculptural form reflects light in sharp, crystalline angles, creating a visual effect that suggests both depth and clarity.
The bottle is capped with a weighted metallic cap, a tactile element that reinforces the fragrance’s focus on strength and substance. The overall design maintains Davidoff’s signature aesthetic while introducing a more powerful, almost monolithic silhouette – a symbol of the fragrance’s olfactive structure.
A New Chapter in the Cool Water Collection
Cool Elixir marks a deliberate shift for the Cool Water Collection, a line historically associated with aquatic freshness and breezy, marine accords. With this launch, Davidoff explores a deeper, more mysterious territory, where oud emerges as the defining element, reimagined through the lens of marine air and crisp aromatics.
The result is a composition that moves through distinct stages – a cool, metallic opening that dissolves into a heart of herbal clarity, and a smoky, resinous base that settles like a shadow at dusk. This duality – coolness against warmth, light against dark – creates a scent that evolves without losing focus, a fragrance that remains structured yet fluid.
Fragrance Structure and Composition
- Fragrance Family: Woody – Oud – Aromatic
- Top Notes: Rose Oxide
- Heart Notes: Lavandin Absolute
- Base Notes: Oud Accord
Availability and Formats
Davidoff Cool Elixir is available in 30ml, 50ml, and 100ml Parfum Intense, each bottle presented in the striking deep blue flacon that echoes the scent’s intense, elemental nature. The collection is set to launch across select Davidoff boutiques and authorized retailers worldwide.