Mugler Fragrance review
Mugler Angel Berry Licorice Review: A Gourmand Paradox
Strawberry, raspberry, and freesia meet black licorice in a fleeting, playful Eau Gourmande
In this review
In the ever-expanding universe of Mugler’s Angel, the Starlicious line has carved a niche for itself as a playground of gourmand experimentation. Launched in 2026, Angel Berry Licorice is the latest addition, a fragrance that dares to pair the saccharine innocence of red berries with the polarizing, anisic bite of licorice. As a fragrance analyst and historian, I approach this composition with both curiosity and caution: the combination is audacious, but does it cohere?
The Eau Gourmande concentration signals a lighter, more casual interpretation of the Angel mythos. Unlike the original Angel’s dense patchouli-praline opulence, Berry Licorice aims for a breezy, daytime wearability. The notes list is deceptively simple—strawberry, raspberry, freesia, and licorice—yet the interplay between fruity sweetness and anisic darkness creates a tension that is both intriguing and, at times, jarring.
This review will dissect the fragrance’s composition, performance, and place within Mugler’s legacy, drawing on verified data and my own olfactory analysis. Is Berry Licorice a stroke of genius or a misstep? Let us explore.
Accords
Notes Pyramid
Performance Dashboard
2-4 hours
soft to moderate
moderate
When to Wear
Pros & Cons
- Unique fruity-licorice combination stands out in a crowded market
- Affordable price point for a designer Eau Gourmande
- Excellent for layering with vanilla or musk-based fragrances
- Very poor longevity (2-4 hours) even for an Eau Gourmande
- The licorice note can be jarring and synthetic
- Soft projection limits its presence in social settings
Price & Value
“Reasonable for a 100ml Eau Gourmande, but the poor performance diminishes the value proposition. Best purchased on discount or as a novelty.”
Reformulation History
No significant batch variations reported; the fragrance is consistent across early 2026 releases.
The Family
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Layering Ideas
- Layer with a vanilla body lotion to soften the licorice edge
- Combine with a clean musk fragrance like Narciso Rodriguez for Her to extend longevity
- Spritz over a coconut-scented hair mist for a tropical twist
