SOTD: Gin Sling by Aaron Terence Hughes

Good Morning Brotherhood,

It’s going to be a scorcher here in Chicago today, so I found myself second-guessing the A.I.’s fragrance choice for me. It leaned a little too heavy, and I was worried it might become cloying in this kind of heat.

Then I remembered I have a brand-new bottle of Gin Sling by Aaron Terence Hughes, which my brother

@Nick Clemente

was kind enough to bring back for me from across the pond a few months ago. Today marks my first full wear.

So far, it’s exactly what the doctor ordered. Fresh, effervescent, and subtly boozy—more mojito than gin, to my nose—with a vibrant, zesty spice that I can only assume comes from the ginger. There are certainly fragrances that share a similar DNA, but once again ATH puts his own stamp on it, creating something that feels both mature and energetic.

I’ve never had performance issues with this house, though I’m curious to see how it stands up to today’s heat and humidity. Based on my first impressions, Gin Sling is an excellent fragrance. I wouldn’t call it a banger, but it’s absolutely full-bottle worthy.

First Impression Rating: 8.5/10

Projection and sillage are both moderate on my skin. I’ll reserve judgment on longevity until later, but I’m expecting somewhere around 5–6 hours.

Stay cool, Brothers, and smell amazing today.

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SOTD: Gin Sling by Aaron Terence Hughes