Epic Man Eau de Parfum vs Honour Man Eau de Parfum

Epic Man

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	2011
££	Price Tier	££

Honour Man

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Epic Man Eau de Parfum

Epic Man is one of Amouage's most divisive. Most adore its dark, complex spicy character, but a vocal minority find it bland, or, worse, detect a foul note. Performance is a common sticking point; many newer bottles disappoint with poor projection and longevity.

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Our Verdict - Honour Man Eau de Parfum

Divisive, intriguing, and criminally underrated by some, Honour Man is Amouage's 'easy wear'. A bold, peppery opening settles into a clean, sophisticated everyday scent that challenges expectations of the house's usual bombast.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	2%	4%
Floral	12%	13%
Fruity	0%	2%
Green	6%	6%
Sweet	12%	12%
Warm	45%	40%
Woody	8%	17%
Earthy	21%	14%
Animalic	6%	4%
Fresh	6%	10%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Epic Man EdP

Honour Man EdP

Notes

Base Notes

Incense 100%

Base Notes

Incense 22% Vetiver 19% Cedar 17% Musk 15% Patchouli 13% Tonka Bean 13%

Shared Notes

Pink Pepper 17% vs 49%

Only in Epic Man Eau de Parfum

Frankincense 14% Saffron 13% Nutmeg 13% Cardamom 12% Caraway 11% Myrtle 10% Mace 10%

Only in Honour Man Eau de Parfum

Pepper 51%

Shared Notes

Geranium 43% vs 37%

Only in Epic Man Eau de Parfum

Myrrh 56%

Only in Honour Man Eau de Parfum

Elemi 34% Nutmeg 29%

Shared Notes

Incense 100% vs 22%

Only in Honour Man Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 19% Cedar 17% Musk 15% Patchouli 13% Tonka Bean 13%

Accords

Epic Man Eau de Parfum Honour Man Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

56%

85%

Fresh Spicy

100%

90%

Warm Spicy

63%

62%

Aromatic

82%

74%

Smoky

49%

70%

Woody

66%

69%

Leather

63%

Balsamic

54%

61%

Oud

Soft Spicy

51%

50%

Musky

50%

Earthy

45%

Amber shared

100%

56%

Fresh Spicy shared

85%

100%

Warm Spicy shared

90%

63%

Aromatic shared

62%

82%

Smoky shared

74%

49%

Woody shared

70%

66%

Leather

69%

Balsamic shared

63%

54%

Oud

61%

Soft Spicy

51%

Musky shared

50%

Earthy

45%

Performance

Epic Man Eau de Parfum Honour Man Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Epic Man Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

This is a strong, bold fragrance, making it less suitable for casual or office wear where it might be overwhelming. It truly shines in formal settings or on intimate dates, perfectly complementing a well-dressed, mature individual. Reviews highlight its elegance and power for special occasions, though several note it can be discreet depending on the batch.

Honour Man Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Often cited as an ideal office fragrance due to its clean and sophisticated appeal, Honour Man's moderate projection and versatility make it suitable for various settings, though its prominent spice might be a bit much for very casual or sport scenarios. Performance reports are mixed, but many find it long-lasting enough for a full workday.