At first I get a nutty, earthy scent. What happens when you have a bear and no honey? Well, a cranky bear of course! But, keep digging and wham, I've hit the mother load! As the fragrance warms on my skin, I detect honey, lots of glorious warm, dripping honey. It's sweet and rich, but the blend doesn't give me a toothache. It's truly decadent. After wear, the honey notes become close to the skin, becoming smoky and slightly spicy, allowing those base notes to do their magic.