Eau de Cologne

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Over 300 years ago, Italian Jean-Marie Farina created a new fragrance he named Eau de Cologne. This fresh scent emerged from the unprecedented use of bergamot and other citrus oils combined with pure alcohol, marking the beginning of modern perfumery. During the Rococo era, Eau de Cologne captivated European courts, adored by emperors in Vienna, Prussian kings, and the King of France. Notable clients included Emperor Napoleon and his family, Goethe, Queen Victoria, and Empress Elisabeth (Sisi). Farina's enterprise established Cologne as a globally recognized perfume city. The success of Eau de Cologne was so profound that it gave its name to an entire category of fragrances. Today, the eighth generation of the Farina family continues to produce the original version. The Farina house is the oldest existing perfumery in the world. Since its founding in 1709, it has consistently evolved with the times, enriching the international perfume landscape, a journey chronicled in the book "Eau de Cologne."