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Black Sugar Eau de Parfum bottle Black Sugar EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender U
2013 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££
Black Diamond Incense Eau de Parfum bottle Black Diamond Incense EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Sugar EDP
Divisive, intriguing, and undeniably unique, Black Sugar is a cult classic that demands patience. Its initial "burnt rubber" shock gives way to a truly addictive, dark gourmand experience that sets it apart from typical sweet offerings.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Black Diamond Incense EDP
This is a seriously polarising beast. Some reckon it's a stellar Layton alternative with Middle Eastern flair and beast-mode performance; others get headaches and accuse it of being a synthetic mess with poor longevity. Sample before you commit to a full bottle.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black Sugar EDP
Black Diamond Incense EDP

Notes

Only in Black Sugar
Leather 50% Myrrh 50%
Only in Black Diamond Incense
Incense 42% Vanilla 35% Sandalwood 24%
Shared Notes
Oud 33% vs 23%
Only in Black Diamond Incense
Amber 29% Smoke 24% Leather 24%

Accords

Black Sugar Black Diamond Incense
100%
Amber
100%
82%
Smoky
100%
94%
Vanilla
66%
84%
Leather
56%
81%
Oud
77%
Balsamic
63%
76%
Sweet
68%
Warm Spicy
55%
64%
Fruity
51%
Woody
63%
58%
Powdery
52%
Marine
54%
Amber shared
100%
100%
Smoky shared
82%
100%
Vanilla shared
94%
66%
Leather shared
84%
56%
Oud
81%
Balsamic shared
77%
63%
76%
Warm Spicy shared
68%
55%
Fruity shared
64%
51%
63%
Powdery shared
58%
52%
54%

Performance

Black Sugar Black Diamond Incense
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Sugar

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

With monster sillage and longevity, Black Sugar is too potent for the office. Its unique, alluringly dark and sweet character makes it perfect for dates and evening events, but less so for casual daytime wear or anything physical.

Black Diamond Incense

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong sillage, this leans towards evenings and cold weather. It's too potent for the office but shines on dates or formal occasions where its luxurious, bold presence can make an impression.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, vanilla, leather

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black Sugar EDP
Black Diamond Incense EDP
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