The Apex
$290.00
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Extrait de Parfum
El Patron
A tribute to a leader. Strength, charisma and conviction, bottled.
A tribute to the late FLT. LT. Jerry John Rawlings, and to every leader who dares to make a difference. Violet and Italian orris rise over agarwood, sandalwood, Turkish rose and cloves in a bold, sophisticated scent of strength and conviction.
$205.00
Crafted & bottled
in Accra, Ghana
Worn by Icons,
Loved Globally
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Authenticity & Care
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Store your bottle somewhere cool and dark, away from heat, humidity and direct sunlight. Kept well, it will hold its character and its longevity for years.
shipping & Returns
Shipping — Every order is hand-packed in Accra and dispatched with care. Ghana within 24 hours · United States 5 - 7 business days · rest of the world 7 –20 business days due to transits and customs.
Returns — Not quite right? You have 14 days from delivery. Unopened bottles in their original packaging can be returned or exchanged — reach out and we'll guide you through it.
The Composition
The Top
A boozy cognac opening with a warm, spiced lift.
LONGEVITY
32h fabric · 16h skin
SILLAGE
Enormous
BEST WORN
Day/Night
SEASON
Best for all weather
The Inspiration
For those who dare to lead.
El Patron honours FLT. LT. Jerry John Rawlings, Ghana’s longest-serving president, and the heroism, strength and visionary leadership his legacy still carries across the continent. Violet and Italian orris set a refined tone, amyris and agarwood ground it in depth, and Turkish rose and cloves lend warmth and passion, an aura of sophistication built to match the man.
Hand-composed and finished in Accra, it is dedicated not only to Rawlings but to every true leader: the selfless, the freedom fighters, the mentors, fathers and visionaries who leave an indelible mark. Wear it as a daily reminder to lead with courage and conviction.
In Motion
How to Wear It
The Ritual
Dress for the night
Apply before you head out; this is an after-dark scent.
Warm skin, big trail
Spray on pulse points so the cognac and cinnamon project.
Let the praline land
The sweet gourmand base is the payoff, so give it time.
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5 reviews for El Patron
The Perfumer
Why I made This
I made El Patron in honour of a leader I deeply admire, FLT. LT. Jerry John Rawlings, and everything his name carries: strength, courage, conviction. I reached for refined, powerful materials, violet and orris, agarwood and rose, to build an aura worthy of him. This one is for every true leader. Wear it, and carry yourself like one.
meiZongoJnr
Yusif meizongo Jnr
Founder & master perfumer
Before you buy
Questions, answered
What does it smell like?
Boozy and warm: cognac and cinnamon into a sweet praline drydown.
When should I wear it?
A day-to-night scent that performs beautifully in any weather.
Is it sweet?
Yes, gourmand-sweet at the base, but balanced by the cognac and spice up top.
Is it a masculine?
Listed for men and leans boozy-warm, though gourmand lovers of any gender enjoy it.
How far does it project?
Enormous. It leaves a trail roughly 150 meters after you pass by.
Authentic & Original
Composed in-house by an IPF-certified perfumer.
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Daniel –
Verified PurchaseYes this scent commands attention. People go out of their way to compliment me. My friend is visiting Ghana so today I am restocking.
Emperor –
Verified PurchaseTook me 2 days to appreciate this blind buy. Smelt it on someone on a soccer pitch. Purchased it right off without knowing the quality and I must say I’m impressed. Last over 5 days on my fabric.
brandon pinkney –
Verified PurchaseThis is without a doubt one of the most beautiful fragrances created, in my opinion. The layers this has and the way the scent changes over time (and it lasts a full day) needs to be experienced and celebrated.
Sandy Alamo –
Verified PurchaseThank you for keeping the lion in our memories with this fragrance. Absolutely love it, so sweet yet oudy. And last soooo long, I’m a woman but I love it.
Mawiya –
Verified PurchaseNice masculine with long lasting scent