Afnan 9 PM : A Gourmand Powerhouse

 

First Impression  

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“What is this?” If you're familiar with Jean Paul Gaultier’s Ultra Male, 9 PM may feel like a long-lost sibling. It opens with a vibrant rush of apple, bergamot, and lavender, think energetic, gourmand cut-through that quickly captures attention.

Fragrance Notes Breakdown: Afnan 9 PM

From the image, the notes are presented clearly:

• Top Notes: Apple, Cinnamon, Wild Lavender, Bergamot

• Middle Notes: Orange Blossom, Lily-of-the-Valley

• Base Notes: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Amber, Patchouli
  

The Nose- Catch: Top Notes

Afnan 9 PM opens with a dazzling fruity-spicy burst; think crisp apple mingled with bright bergamot. The apple brings a juicy sweetness, while lavender adds a calming aromatic touch, and cinnamon injects a cozy warmth. These notes combine to deliver an attention-grabbing opening that’s energetic and inviting.

The Heartbeat: Middle Notes

As the initial brightness settles, the fragrance softens into delicate florals; orange blossom and lily-of-the-valley emerge, infusing a romantic, slightly powdery elegance. These mid notes add depth and balance, preventing the scent from feeling overly sweet.

The Grand Finale: Base Notes

The dry-down delivers rich gourmand warmth. Vanilla and tonka bean produce a creamy, comforting sweetness; amber deepens the scent with resinous warmth, and patchouli rounds it out with an earthy edge. The result is a seductive trail that lingers long after application.

Performance & Wearability

Longevity tends to impress: reviewers report 8–12 hours on skin and even longer on fabrics. 

Projection in the early hours is strong (a true "screamer") before settling into a lingering trail.

One reviewer describes it as “beast mode”:

“I got almost 8 hours of longevity… lasts literally days when sprayed on clothes. Projection is also damn good… people WILL smell you.” 

Another adds:

“After maceration, it’s absolutely noxious… lasted about 6 hours while sweating… fruityness like pear essential oil… a fresh cotton–vanilla finish.” Reddit

Value Proposition & Comparisons

Priced affordably—often under €20—it delivers value far above its price. Many users view it as a competent, richer alternative to Ultra Male:

“Cheap better performing Ultra Male… lasts a long time… loud projection…” Parfumo

Mixed Opinions: Batch Variability & Personal Tastes

As with many popular fragrances, experiences vary by batch and personal skin chemistry. Some users report disappointing synthetic or bland outcomes:

“Smells just like a cheap spicy cinnamon fragrance… vanilla and cinnamon only.” Reddit
“Welcome to the 9 PM lottery... quality differs batch to batch.” Reddit
There are also accounts of overwhelming sweetness causing headaches or even nausea Reddit+1.

What Makes It Shine

Here's what stands out:

Category	Experience Summary
Scent Profile	Sweet, fruity-spicy gourmand with bubblegum vibes and a creamy vanilla dry-down
Projection	Excellent in the first few hours; “screamer” territory if applied liberally
Longevity	Strong—8+ hours on skin, potential multi-day cling on clothes
Value	Exceptional—comparable to designer scents for a fraction of the price
Downside	Batch inconsistency; some find the sweetness synthetic or too intense

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