Kayali Yum Vanilla Cupcake 108

Kayali Yum Vanilla Cupcake 108 Review: A Gourmand Delight

Olivier and Sébastien Cresp craft a sweet, creamy, and nutty Eau de Parfum Intense that lasts.

By James Whitmore, Fragrance News Reporter · · Updated

James covers releases, brand news, and industry shifts in fine fragrance. Former beauty desk editor; trained nose since 2014.

Kayali’s Yum Vanilla Cupcake 108 (launched in 2023) is a bold entry in the brand’s gourmand lineup. Unlike the earlier Vanilla 28 or Pistachio Gelato, this one leans heavily into a nutty, boozy dessert accord. Top notes of pistachio gelato, hazelnut, sweet rum, and cardamom immediately announce a rich, edible opening. The heart blooms with a floral-fruity bouquet of geranium, jasmine, white peach, and raspberry, tempering the initial sweetness. The base is a confectionary dream: whipped cream, marshmallows, cotton candy, Turkish delight, cocoa, and warm woods. This is a scent that demands attention without being overwhelming, thanks to its moderate sillage. Olivier and Sébastien Cresp have crafted a fragrance that balances nostalgia with modernity, making it suitable for both day and evening wear during cooler months.
4.2 Overall
Longevity
0.0
Projection
0.0
Sillage
0.0
$10-$175
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Fall❄️Winter

Accords

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Notes Pyramid

Top
Pistachio GelatoItalian BergamotHazelnutSweet RumCardamom
Heart
GeraniumWhite PeonyMuguetJasmineRaspberryWhite PeachPear
Base
Whipped CreamMarshmallowsCotton CandyTurkish Delight AccordCocoaCedarwoodSandalwoodTonka Bean

Performance Dashboard

⏱️ Longevity 0.0/5

📢 Projection 0.0/5

💨 Sillage 0.0/5

When to Wear

🌸SpringOK
☀️SummerAvoid
🍂FallBest
❄️WinterBest
📌 Casual Day Out📌 Coffee Date📌 Evening Social Gatherings📌 Cold Weather Wear

Community Verdict

⭐ Overall
4.2
⏱️ Longevity
4.0
💨 Sillage
3.8
💰 Value
4.1
💌 Compliment Factor 0.0/5

Pros & Cons

  • ✅ Rich, unique gourmand profile with nutty and boozy top notes
  • ✅ Good longevity for an EDP Intense
  • ✅ Versatile enough for both genders
  • ✅ Layering potential with vanilla or floral scents
  • ❌ May be too sweet for those who dislike heavy gourmands
  • ❌ Sillage is moderate, not a room-filler
  • ❌ Some users report the nutty accord dominates, masking the floral heart

Price & Value

$10-$175

“Mid-range for a niche EDP Intense; value is solid given the longevity and complexity. Travel sizes ($10-$25) are great for testing.”

📜 Reformulation History

No significant batch variations reported; consistent quality across early 2023 releases.

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🏆 Final Verdict

Kayali Yum Vanilla Cupcake 108 delivers exactly what it promises: a delicious, nutty gourmand with a creamy floral heart. While not groundbreaking, the execution is polished, and the longevity makes it a worthy addition to any sweet-scent lover’s collection. A solid B+ for its category.

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