Waynesville — Byredo Bal d'Afrique Absolu Impression

Blackcurrant hits first, tart and juicy, with bergamot and lemon keeping it bright. The heart turns warm and nutty as praline settles in beside violet and soft musk, and black amber, cedarwood, and vetiver give it a deeper, darker base than the original Bal d'Afrique. Same family, more weight.

Colonel Robert Love founded Waynesville in 1810 and named it for his Revolutionary War commander, General "Mad" Anthony Wayne. Byredo released Bal d'Afrique Absolu in 2025, again by perfumer Jérôme Epinette.

Inspired By
Byredo Bal d'Afrique Absolu — Waynesville is our impression of Bal d'Afrique Absolu, hand-blended at extrait strength.

Fragrance Family
Citrus • Woody • Aromatic

Top Notes
Blackcurrant • Bergamot • Lemon

Heart Notes
Praline • Violet • Musk

Base Notes
Black Amber • Cedarwood • Vetiver

Gender
True Unisex

Longevity: High
The praline and amber hang on through a full day.

Projection: Moderate
Fuller than the original Bal d'Afrique, but not loud.

Sillage: Moderate
A sweet, woody trail.

Concentration
Extrait de Parfum

Size
15 mL

Maison Appalachia is an independent fragrance house. This product is inspired by Byredo Bal d'Afrique Absolu and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by Byredo.