A few months ago, I reviewed some indulgent little “body frosting” lotions from Velvet & Sweet Pea Purrfumery. I meant to follow up that post with a review of some fragrances from Velvet & Sweet Pea, but as winter wore on and on, I cocooned myself in my favorite perfumes, and the little pile of new samples on my desk went largely ignored. Now there’s finally been a shift in the weather, and I’m feeling more experimental again. Early spring is a good time to try a few new scents, especially natural fragrances like the ones from Velvet & Sweet Pea.

Velvet & Sweet Pea’s Mojito Cologne is designed “to capture the nightlife swagger of a mojito in a form you can wear right on your skin,” with essences of dark rum, spearmint, and Mexican lime in a base of organic jojoba oil infused with Tahitian vanilla. I always associate mojitos with one of my oldest friends, Joe, who visits New York once or twice a year. We usually end up having long conversations over this particular cocktail at the bar and restaurant Eatery, so for me, it’s a drink that evokes the fun of a reunion within the comfort of a long-lasting friendship.

This wearable mojito (do not try to drink it!) starts with a very tart, fizzy burst of lime and mint with a cool, frosty edge…

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