Discover the unconventional world of Akro with the 9 x 2ml Discovery Kit, a collection of nine Eau de Parfum fragrances inspired by life's irresistible pleasures and obsessions. Created by master perfumer Olivier Cresp, Akro transforms familiar experiences into bold, expressive scents, from the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee and decadent chocolate to smoky tobacco, whisky, and the intriguing character of tattoo ink. Each fragrance offers a distinctive interpretation of an everyday indulgence, inviting you to explore the collection beyond traditional perfume categories.
The discovery kit includes nine 2ml samples: Awake, Dark, Bake, Rise, Smoke, Haze, Night, Malt, and Ink. Experience the gourmand richness of coffee, chocolate, and cupcakes, the brightness of summer, and the darker, more atmospheric character of tobacco, cannabis, nightlife, whisky, and tattoos. Ideal for exploring Akro's creative approach to perfumery, this collection lets you experience each fragrance on your skin before choosing a full-size favorite.
All Notes: Vary by fragrance. Each of the nine perfumes has its own individual fragrance composition.
The story of Akro is the story of a family; of a dynasty that spans from the earliest days of the perfume industry in Grasse to the cutting edge artform of today.
It all started a few years back, when founder Anaïs Cresp was living in London and learning about the world. Working in the pubs and bars of the vibrant and diverse area of Ladbroke Grove, she became enraptured by the scents around her; by the flower stalls, coffee houses, charcoal grills, by the whiskey and leather of the grand old Irish pubs and the inescapable haze of weed in the air.
After a long, lost summer of indulging in everything the city had to offer, Anaïs hit on an idea; that these distinctive aromas could be bottled and turned into fragrances. Perhaps, instead of just fruits and flowers, you could wear your favourite vice on your skin.
Gourmand fragrances are inspired by delicious, dessert-like notes and the comforting warmth of familiar indulgences. They often blend vanilla, fruit, spice, caramel, chocolate, nuts, or creamy accords into scents that feel cozy, playful, decadent, or elegant. Sweet without always being simple, the best gourmands feel memorable, refined, and hard to resist.