Afnan · 9PM Elixir · Parfum Intense · Unisex
Cardamom, pimento, and a darker kind of night.
Cardamom, nutmeg and elemi open into pimento, lavender and leather over a vanilla-patchouli-labdanum-rock rose base — bold, spiced and impossibly magnetic.
Afnan 9PM ElixirParfum IntenseUnisexIn Stock10–12 hrs Longevity
Inspired byRoja Parfums Elixir Pour Homme / Dark Spiced Leather Style
About This Fragrance
Afnan 9PM Elixir Parfum Intense is the darkest, most brooding member of the 9PM family — a spiced leather oriental that takes the 9PM name in an entirely different direction from the original's approachable sweetness. Opening with cardamom, nutmeg, and elemi, Elixir establishes an immediately complex, aromatic-spiced character of real depth.
The heart of pimento, lavender, and leather is a genuinely sophisticated oriental heart. The base of vanilla, patchouli, labdanum, and rock rose delivers a resinous, warm, complex dry-down that improves with every hour of wear. At Parfum Intense concentration, 9PM Elixir is a serious fragrance for serious fragrance lovers.
Fragrance Pyramid
🌑The Trail
Base Notes
- Vanilla
- Patchouli
- Labdanum
- Rock Rose
Scent Profile
Best Worn For
🌙Evening & Occasions
Dark and magnetic — built for evenings that demand commanding presence
❄️Winter & Cool Weather
Cardamom, leather and labdanum are extraordinary in cool temperatures
💼Office & Professional
The restrained spice balance works for confident professional settings
Who Is This For
For those who choose intensity over innocence.
9PM Elixir is for those who love dark, spiced leather fragrances with resinous labdanum depth. Fans of Roja Parfums Elixir, Tom Ford Noir de Noir, or any serious spiced leather oriental will find Elixir delivers comparable dark sophistication.
How It Compares
9PM Elixir's cardamom-pimento-leather-labdanum structure is the darkest and most complex in the 9PM family.
Primary Inspiration
Tom Ford — Noir de Noir
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Both dark, spiced leather fragrances. Noir de Noir is more black rose-oud-saffron; 9PM Elixir is more cardamom-pimento-labdanum with rock rose warmth.
Afnan
9PM Night Out Extrait
Both dark complex 9PM expressions. Night Out is more boozy-toffee-modern; Elixir is darker and more traditionally oriental-leather.
Both 9PM fragrances. Original 9PM is sweet and approachable; Elixir is darker, more intense and aimed at experienced fragrance wearers.
What Customers Are Saying
★★★★★
9PM Elixir is the most serious Afnan I own. The cardamom-pimento-leather heart is genuinely dark and sophisticated and the labdanum-rock rose base is rich and lasting. Competes with niches at three times the price.
Faisal M.
Verified Purchase · Jun 2026
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★★★★★
If you love 9PM but want something darker and more intense, Elixir is the answer. The leather note is rich rather than harsh and the patchouli-labdanum base is extraordinary.
Hassan K.
Verified Purchase · May 2026
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How To Wear It
01
Pulse Points
Wrists, neck and inner elbows — body heat activates and projects the scent
02
Don't Rub
Spray and let it settle — rubbing breaks the molecular structure of top notes
03
Layer on Fabric
A light spray on your collar amplifies projection and longevity significantly
Explore More Afnan
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Afnan 9PM Night Out Extrait
The complex companion — Elixir for dark leather intensity, Night Out for boozy-toffee modern complexity.
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Afnan 9PM EDP For Men
The approachable sibling — for variety between dark leather depth and classic warm spiced sweetness.
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Gifting Guidance
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A dark, intense gift for the serious fragrance enthusiast.
Afnan 9PM Elixir is the most demanding and rewarding fragrance in the 9PM collection. Ships pan-India from FridayCharm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 9PM Elixir smell like?
Opens with cardamom, nutmeg and elemi. Heart of pimento, lavender and leather. Base of vanilla, patchouli, labdanum and rock rose — resinous and lasting.
What is elemi in perfumery?
Elemi is a resinous balsamic note with a citrus-balsamic, slightly piney character. It adds depth and a slightly exotic resinous quality to 9PM Elixir's opening.
How long does 9PM Elixir last?
At Parfum Intense concentration, expect 10–12 hours with strong projection. The labdanum-patchouli-rock rose base gives exceptional longevity.
Is 9PM Elixir suitable for beginners?
9PM Elixir is aimed at experienced fragrance wearers who appreciate dark, complex leather-spiced orientals. For a first Afnan, the original 9PM EDP or 9PM Rebel would be more approachable.