Hacivat X by Nishane is a 2023 release from the brand’s X Collection, offering a citrus-chypre-woody extrait de parfum that reinterprets the original Hacivat with a fresher, more complex profile. It opens with juicy pineapple, bergamot, and pink pepper, moves into lime, jasmine, and orange blossom, and settles into patchouli, cedarwood, and Haitian vetiver for a refined, long-lasting finish.

• Top Notes: Pineapple, Bergamot, Pink pepper
• Heart Notes: Lime, Jasmine, Orange blossom
• Base Notes: Patchouli, Cedarwood, Haitian vetiver

Key Characteristics

• Style: Citrus-chypre-woody with fruity brightness and smoky vetiver depth
• Longevity: Above average (often 8+ hours)
• Sillage: Moderate to strong, noticeable but elegant
• Perfumer: Julien Rasquinet
• Inspiration: Celebrates Nishane’s 10th anniversary and pays homage to the shadow play character Hacivat

Fragrance Experience

• Opening: Sparkling pineapple and bergamot with a spicy pink pepper kick.
• Heart: Lime and jasmine add freshness and floral nuance.
• Dry-down: Earthy patchouli, smoky vetiver, and woody cedar create a sophisticated base.
• Overall Impression: A darker, more complex take on the original Hacivat, often compared to Creed Aventus but with smokier vetiver and creamier lime-jasmine balance.