Roja Parfums Apex Cologne EDP note-spices and praline for a richer

and praline for a richer

99 and 10 mL at $74

Sillage: Strong but refined — it projects confidently for the first few hours before settling into a sophisticated

99 — both the same full-strength formula as retail

It reads as a refined aquatic — closer to sun-warmed teak and salt spray than a sharp

Roja Parfums Apex Cologne EDP note-spices and praline for a richerDescription Apex is Roja Dove's 2022 citrus woody Eau de Parfum despite "Cologne" in its name, it's full EDP strength, not a true eau de cologne. Bright bergamot, mandarin and pineapple open into cardamom, nutmeg and ginger, finishing on a deep sandalwood leather musk base. Note that Roja later released an "Apex Eau Intense" flanker with a chypr twist; this is the original. Scent Character Woody 34% Fresh 23% Smoky & Resinous 23% Sweet 16% White