Is Alexandria Fragrances Golden Rush a dupe of Amouage Jubilation XXV Man?

Golden Rush Extrait

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Jubilation XXV Man Eau de Parfum bottle Jubilation XXV Man EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
M Gender M
2007 Year 2017
££ Price Tier ££
Golden Rush Extrait bottle Golden Rush Extrait
£320.00 from
100ml at Escentual
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£59.99 from
60ml at Alexandria UK
Best value £0.95/ml (100ml)
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Jubilation XXV Man EDP
A masterwork of incense, honeyed resins, and rich oud, Jubilation XXV is regal, mysterious, and impossibly opulent. Not for the timid, it commands respect and leaves an unforgettable, stately trail.
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Our Verdict - Golden Rush Extrait
This one's a proper dark horse. While some find it fleeting or a dupe too far removed, most agree Golden Rush delivers a sophisticated, resinous warmth that often outshines its inspiration for a fraction of the price. An instant love for many, but expect the usual clone house inconsistencies.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Jubilation XXV Man EDP A Golden Rush Extrait B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Jubilation XXV Man EDP
Golden Rush Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Blackberry 19% vs 23%
Frankincense 18% vs 22%
Labdanum 16% vs 13%
Orange 16% vs 15%
Coriander 15% vs 12%
Honey 14% vs 18%
Tarragon 14% vs 12%
Guaiac Wood 13% vs 12%
Cinnamon 13% vs 15%
Clove 12% vs 11%
Bay Leaf 12% vs 10%
Rose 11% vs 11%
Orchid 11% vs 10%
Celery Seeds 10% vs 9%
Only in Jubilation XXV Man
Opoponax 100%
Shared Notes
Blackberry 19% vs 23%
Frankincense 18% vs 22%
Labdanum 16% vs 13%
Orange 16% vs 15%
Coriander 15% vs 12%
Tarragon 14% vs 12%
Shared Notes
Honey 14% vs 18%
Guaiac Wood 13% vs 12%
Cinnamon 13% vs 15%
Clove 12% vs 11%
Bay Leaf 12% vs 10%
Rose 11% vs 11%
Orchid 11% vs 10%
Celery Seeds 10% vs 9%
Only in Jubilation XXV Man
Opoponax 100%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Jubilation XXV Man Golden Rush
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Jubilation XXV Man

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Winter and fall are ideal for this opulent, resinous, and spicy blend, which could overwhelm in heat but shines in cool air. Spring works for evenings, but summer use is limited due to the richness and strength.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Too bold and regal for office or sport, Jubilation XXV excels at formal occasions and elegant evenings, and can create a memorable impression on a date. Its complexity is best appreciated in sophisticated settings.

Golden Rush

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its rich, resinous profile and often strong, long-lasting performance make it less ideal for an office setting. However, its mature and sophisticated character is perfectly suited for formal events and date nights, where a bold, head-turning scent is desired.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
61%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 14 notes is in the original, including Cinnamon, Orchid, Rose

Key Differences

Without opoponax

Where to buy

Jubilation XXV Man EDP
Golden Rush Extrait
10ml
Not available
60ml
Not available
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