Quorum Eau de Parfum bottle Quorum
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1981 Year 2023
£ Price Tier £££££
Genius Eau de Parfum bottle Genius

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Quorum
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Genius
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Quorum
A divisive powerhouse from the 80s: for some, it's a timeless, masculine masterpiece; for others, a dated, jarring relic. You either love its rugged, old-school charm or you'll find it utterly unwearable. Not for the faint-hearted or those who follow trends.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Genius
This one's a proper dark horse, giving off 'sophisticated gent' vibes without trying too hard. It's a fresh, versatile take on classic masculinity. A genuinely solid blind buy if you're into earthy aromatics with a bit of a kick.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 15% 16%
Floral 11% 10%
Fruity 2% 1%
Green 14% 13%
Sweet 11% 10%
Warm 16% 22%
Woody 18% 16%
Earthy 21% 20%
Animalic 9% 8%
Fresh 18% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Quorum EdP
Genius EdP

Notes

Accords

Quorum Genius
100%
Woody
65%
56%
Fresh Spicy
100%
86%
Aromatic
82%
60%
Earthy
73%
65%
Mossy
63%
60%
Tobacco
63%
60%
Leather
63%
60%
Citrus
58%
Green
58%
Fresh
52%
49%
Floral
Woody shared
100%
65%
Fresh Spicy shared
56%
100%
Aromatic shared
86%
82%
Earthy shared
60%
73%
Mossy shared
65%
63%
Tobacco shared
60%
63%
Leather shared
60%
63%
Citrus shared
60%
58%
58%
52%
49%

Performance

Quorum Genius
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Quorum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its powerful, old-school projection and bold aroma, particularly with its tobacco and leather accords, make it less suitable for formal or office settings. However, its 'rugged fresh' and 'outdoorsy' vibe, as noted by reviewers, makes it excellent for casual wear and even outdoor physical activities.

Genius

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its blend of freshness and underlying sophistication makes it versatile for most settings, though its rich base might be a touch heavy for strenuous sport. The aromatic and earthy accords lend themselves well to both casual and more dressed-up encounters, shining particularly on a date.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
86%
Accord
84%
Key Similarities

Both share Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Earthy accords and Leather, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Quorum
Genius
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