Poka by Pernoire has sparked intense debate in the fragrance community, presenting a fascinating Jekyll and Hyde personality that challenges expectations. What begins as an assertive, smoky leather transforms dramatically into a gourmand experience, though not the caramel popcorn paradise promised in its marketing. On paper, it delivers a straightforward apple pie sweetness, but on skin, it reveals its true complex character. The initial hours bring a controversial smoky, almost stable-like accord that eventually settles into a more approachable blend of apple pie, dried fruits, and vanilla. While some celebrate this duality, others find the journey too challenging for the price point.