Cacao Ritual Extra Virgo

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2022
Strong
Sillage
Very Good
Longevity
Fall, Winter
Best Season
Evening, Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

Cacao Ritual by Extra Virgo is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Cacao Ritual was launched in 2022. The nose behind this fragrance is Michele Marin.

Composition Profile

warm spicy 100%
cacao 85%
musky 70%
leather 60%
animalic 50%
woody 40%
smoky 35%
patchouli 30%

About the Perfumer

Michele Marin

Michele Marin

Michele Marin is a perfumer known for his work with niche and artisan brands. He has created fragrances for Adi Ale Van, including Leaves In The Wind - Elixir De Muscel, and for Anima Mundi, such as Amytis. Marin also composed several scents for Castello di Ama, including Helios Chrysos and Iris Mater, as well as for Exteta and Extra Virgo. His style is diverse, ranging from green and floral to gourmand and animalic.

Fragrance Notes

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Cacao Cacao
Castoreum Castoreum
Clove Clove
Civet Civet
Patchouli Patchouli
Moroccan Jasmine Moroccan Jasmine

Character Profile

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of Cacao Ritual Extra Virgo

Essence

The Mystic is the archetype of the seeker of inner truth, the one who journeys into the depths of the soul. Cacao Ritual by Extra Virgo is a sacred scent, a dark and smoky blend of cacao, castoreum, and civet that evokes ancient ceremonies and hidden temples. The clove and patchouli add an earthy, grounding warmth, while the Moroccan jasmine weaves a thread of floral mystery. This is not a fragrance for the casual; it is an offering, a meditation, a portal to the unseen.

Style & Aesthetic

The Mystic’s style is ethereal and intentional. They favor flowing fabrics in deep, earthy tones: black, brown, deep red, and forest green. Their aesthetic is a blend of the bohemian and the ceremonial, with layers of necklaces, rings, and scarves that carry meaning. They might be found in a temple, a forest, or a quiet room filled with incense. Cacao Ritual is their aura, a scent that seems to emanate from another realm, drawing others into their quiet, powerful presence.

Philosophy & Values

The Mystic values inner wisdom, connection to the divine, and the sacredness of all life. They believe that truth is found not in the external world, but in the depths of meditation and ritual. Their philosophy is one of surrender and receptivity, of opening to the mysteries that cannot be named. They are drawn to the ancient, the primal, and the transformative. This fragrance is their tool for journeying, a scent that anchors them in the body while freeing the spirit.

Relationships

In relationships, the Mystic is a quiet, profound presence. They are not interested in superficial connections; they seek soul-to-soul encounters. They are drawn to those who are on their own spiritual path, who understand the need for silence and solitude. Their love is a shared meditation, a mutual honoring of the sacred. But they can be distant, lost in their inner worlds, and may struggle with the demands of everyday intimacy. Cacao Ritual is the scent of their devotion, a reminder of the sacred bond between all beings.

Lifestyle

The Mystic’s life is a series of rituals and practices. They might begin the day with meditation, brew cacao as a ceremonial drink, and spend time in nature or in study of spiritual texts. Their home is a sanctuary, with altars, candles, and objects from their travels. They are drawn to the night, to the moon, and to the cycles of the earth. Cacao Ritual is their companion in these practices, a scent that deepens their focus and opens their awareness.

Shadow

The Mystic’s shadow is the tendency to withdraw from the world, to use spirituality as an escape from responsibility. They may become lost in their own visions, disconnected from the needs of others and the realities of daily life. The dark, animalic notes of the fragrance can become a veil, hiding them from the light of human connection. They must remember that true mysticism is not about fleeing the world, but about bringing the sacred into it.

Conclusion

Cacao Ritual Extra Virgo is the scent of the Mystic’s path: dark, sacred, and transformative. It is a fragrance for those who seek the hidden, who are willing to journey into the unknown territories of the soul. For the wearer, it is a ritual in itself, a reminder that the divine is not somewhere else, but here, in the scent of cacao and smoke, in the quiet of their own breath.