Heraud Elixir
Regular price $ 340.00Built around an overdose of hard-to-get double distilled cocoa bean extract from the Ivory Coast, Heraud could arguably be called Andy Tauer's first gourmand. Far from a chocolate cupcake cutie, the fragrance focuses on a balance of sweet and bitter, expertly achieved by blending unsweetened cocoa with rich dried dates, soft white florals, spicy dry woods and Andy's iconic musk-amber base — referred to by aficionados as the "Tauerade."
As we've come to expect from the legendary Swiss perfumer, Heraud has major staying power, formulated in high concentration as a perfume elixir. The precious cocoa bean absolute is only produced in small batches and can't be obtained every year, which means the fragrance will be limited in availability. In other words, get it before the run is done or wait for a new batch of the precious material to be made!
From Tauer
Heraud is available as an elixir concentration, the first of many elixirs to come. Heraud has presence, and I wanted to create a perfume that stands out, something that you can wear confidently and feel unique. It’s designed to evoke a sense of comfort and luxury, making you feel pampered and special.
The modern yet classic nature of the scent means it’s versatile, suitable for both day and night, and perfect for any season. In essence, this perfume is an extraordinary fragrance. It’s a journey of indulgence, capturing the essence of cacao in a way that’s both innovative and timeless. I’m excited to share this unique gourmand experience with you, and I hope it brings as much joy to wear as it did to create.
Perfumer
Andy Tauer
Notes
bergamot, cocoa, cedarwood, vanilla, musk, ambergris
Shipping & Fulfillment
Ministry of Scent offers shipping to the United States through USPS Ground Advantage and UPS. We provide free shipping for USPS orders $75+.
| Order type | Order total | Shipping method | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sample-only & Sample Sets | N/A | USPS Ground Advantage* | $5 |
| Standard shipping | Under $75 | USPS Ground Advantage* or UPS Ground** | $10 |
| Free shipping | $75 and over | USPS Ground Advantage* or UPS Ground** | $0 |
| 3-day shipping | Any | UPS 3-Day Service | Variable |
* USPS delivery times may vary by destination. All orders ship from California.
** Carrier selection is based on destination.
Shipping Time & Schedule
We process and ship orders within 1–4 business days, excluding major holidays. Orders ship Monday through Saturday; we do not ship on Sundays, and Sundays are not included in our processing or delivery timelines.
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Signature Requirements
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If you prefer delivery without a signature, you may request this in the Order Notes at checkout. Please note that by opting out, you acknowledge that we’re unable to replace or refund an order that is marked as delivered without signature confirmation. If the item is stolen after tracked delivery, the order cannot be refunded or replaced.
Lost or Stolen Packages
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If your delivery location is prone to theft or missed deliveries, we recommend shipping to a more secure address, such as a workplace, trusted recipient, or carrier hold location.
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Sample Orders
Samples are designed to help you evaluate scents you might want to later purchase as a full bottle. You may order one sample per fragrance, up to 15 total in a single order. Samples are non-refundable.
For sample orders, please check your packing slip for a special code that will allow you to redeem the price of samples and sample shipping when purchasing full bottles of the scents you sample ($10 off full bottles).
Complimentary Samples
We provide complimentary samples with $75+ full-bottle purchases. You may request up to 3 samples with any qualifying order. Please use the Order Note section on the Shopping Cart overlay to let us know which complimentary samples you would like. We'll try to provide the scents you've requested, but substitutions may occur if items are out of stock.
Returns
We do not accept returns of perfumes, simply because perfumes can't be resold once they've been opened and used. We encourage you to order samples before purchasing full bottles of perfume. And here's the good news — with every sample purchased, we'll send you a coupon code that allows you to redeem the cost of the sample and sample shipping if you buy a full bottle of the fragrance you tried (in other words, you get $10 off).
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