Bracken Man is a divisive, opinionated take on the classic fougère that, for many, achieves masterpiece status - a spicy, woody, green chameleon that transforms from a potent opening to a rich, warm drydown. Discontinuation has only intensified its cult following.

Cypress Spring is Alexandria UK's dupe of Amouage's Bracken Man, chasing the same cypress-clove fougere backbone. It opens brighter and more citrus-forward than the niche original, with a simpler lavender-patchouli dry-down that trades Amouage's density and longevity for an easier, cheaper daily wear.