Against the backdrop of a mountainous terrain, two communities share a peaceful coexistence. Yet despite their proximity, the societies are distinctly unique. Macaques cavort among the trees, grasping with delight at nature’s bountiful pleasures. From the quiet solemnity of a nearby temple, their human neighbours regard them, coveting the monkeys’ playful abandon. The macaques are all but oblivious, sparing only the briefest of curious glances at the pensive faces below before surrendering once again to their carefree revels.
Sweet notes of yuzu dance through a pine forest, welcoming you to Zoologist Macaque. Incense adds gravity with aromas of Hinoki woods and myrrh. The delicate balance between heavy and light results in an austere woody scent with mild hints of creamy sandalwood. Macaque is exuberance tempered by calm, sublimity buoyed by joy, a happy harmony of meditative bliss.
This perfume is a new interpretation by perfumer Mackenzie Reilly. The original version, designed by Sarah McCartney, is discontinued and no longer available.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
This suits a wearer who likes their freshness framed by woodsmoke and stillness, not by sparkle alone. It feels at home in close quarters where the scent can move softly around the body, leaving a clean, contemplative trail with a subtle flash of citrus.
How to wear
Best in mild to cool weather, where the yuzu stays vivid and the hinoki-incense structure can breathe. Apply lightly to let the extrait’s depth unfold gradually; a small amount gives a refined, steady aura, while a fuller application brings out the resinous woods and sandalwood more clearly.
Who it’s for
For people drawn to woody-citrus compositions with a clean, Japanese-inspired feel, and for those who like incense handled with restraint rather than heaviness. It will appeal to fans of calm, architectural scents with a playful edge.
Release year
2021
The nose
Mackenzie Reilly
Collaborators
Victor Wong, Zoologist’s founder and creative director, shaped the original Macaque concept with Sarah McCartney, guiding the fragrance’s animal-inspired narrative and adventurous brief. Macaque Yuzu Edition is a later reinterpretation by Mackenzie Reilly, building on that established idea rather than starting from scratch.
Zoologist’s story
Zoologist is a Canadian niche house built around animal habitats, behaviors and symbolism, translating them into perfumes that are imaginative but still wearable. Its identity rests on creative freedom, independent perfumers and a clear ethical stance, including the use of synthetic alternatives instead of animal-derived materials.
Macaque Yuzu Edition’s concept
Macaque Yuzu Edition reimagines the original Macaque as a brighter, more citrus-led composition, keeping the temple-and-forest atmosphere but sharpening it with yuzu, hinoki and incense. The result evokes playful macaques in the trees and the quiet gravity of a nearby shrine, balancing exuberance with calm.
Extra info
The fragrance is a 25% extrait in a 60 mL deluxe bottle and is made in Canada. It is a new interpretation of Macaque; the original version by Sarah McCartney has been discontinued. Zoologist also states that the formula contains no animal products.
Against the backdrop of a mountainous terrain, two communities share a peaceful coexistence. Yet despite their proximity, the societies are distinctly unique. Macaques cavort among the trees, grasping with delight at nature’s bountiful pleasures. From the quiet solemnity of a nearby temple, their human neighbours regard them, coveting the monkeys’ playful abandon. The macaques are all but oblivious, sparing only the briefest of curious glances at the pensive faces below before surrendering once again to their carefree revels.
Sweet notes of yuzu dance through a pine forest, welcoming you to Zoologist Macaque. Incense adds gravity with aromas of Hinoki woods and myrrh. The delicate balance between heavy and light results in an austere woody scent with mild hints of creamy sandalwood. Macaque is exuberance tempered by calm, sublimity buoyed by joy, a happy harmony of meditative bliss.
This perfume is a new interpretation by perfumer Mackenzie Reilly. The original version, designed by Sarah McCartney, is discontinued and no longer available.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
This suits a wearer who likes their freshness framed by woodsmoke and stillness, not by sparkle alone. It feels at home in close quarters where the scent can move softly around the body, leaving a clean, contemplative trail with a subtle flash of citrus.
How to wear
Best in mild to cool weather, where the yuzu stays vivid and the hinoki-incense structure can breathe. Apply lightly to let the extrait’s depth unfold gradually; a small amount gives a refined, steady aura, while a fuller application brings out the resinous woods and sandalwood more clearly.
Who it’s for
For people drawn to woody-citrus compositions with a clean, Japanese-inspired feel, and for those who like incense handled with restraint rather than heaviness. It will appeal to fans of calm, architectural scents with a playful edge.
Release year
2021
The nose
Mackenzie Reilly
Collaborators
Victor Wong, Zoologist’s founder and creative director, shaped the original Macaque concept with Sarah McCartney, guiding the fragrance’s animal-inspired narrative and adventurous brief. Macaque Yuzu Edition is a later reinterpretation by Mackenzie Reilly, building on that established idea rather than starting from scratch.
Zoologist’s story
Zoologist is a Canadian niche house built around animal habitats, behaviors and symbolism, translating them into perfumes that are imaginative but still wearable. Its identity rests on creative freedom, independent perfumers and a clear ethical stance, including the use of synthetic alternatives instead of animal-derived materials.
Macaque Yuzu Edition’s concept
Macaque Yuzu Edition reimagines the original Macaque as a brighter, more citrus-led composition, keeping the temple-and-forest atmosphere but sharpening it with yuzu, hinoki and incense. The result evokes playful macaques in the trees and the quiet gravity of a nearby shrine, balancing exuberance with calm.
Extra info
The fragrance is a 25% extrait in a 60 mL deluxe bottle and is made in Canada. It is a new interpretation of Macaque; the original version by Sarah McCartney has been discontinued. Zoologist also states that the formula contains no animal products.