93%
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King

Armaf  
Single Malt Eau de Parfum bottle Single Malt
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2015 Year 2024
££££ Price Tier ££
King Eau de Parfum bottle King

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Single Malt
This one's a gem, a real shame it's discontinued. Single Malt delivers a plush, boozy plum experience that resonates with those who appreciate a sophisticated, warm scent, though some find its projection lacking. If you can hunt down a bottle, you're in for a treat; it's rightly earned its cult status.
Acquired
Our Verdict - King
This one's a straight-up beast, but you'll need the patience of a saint whilst it 'macerates' into its full glory. Once it settles, King by Armaf is a sweet, fruity, and unapologetically loud scent that's a dead ringer for JPG Scandal Absolu.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 1%
Floral 2% 6%
Fruity 26% 26%
Green 0% 2%
Sweet 44% 43%
Warm 17% 20%
Woody 10% 12%
Earthy 9% 6%
Animalic 0% 2%
Fresh 3% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Single Malt EdP
King EdP

Notes

Accords

Single Malt King
100%
Fruity
100%
93%
Sweet
91%
86%
Powdery
88%
79%
Vanilla
76%
Amber
70%
74%
Woody
67%
52%
Warm Spicy
68%
52%
Balsamic
52%
Nutty
50%
Fruity shared
100%
100%
Sweet shared
93%
91%
Powdery shared
86%
88%
79%
Amber shared
76%
70%
Woody shared
74%
67%
Warm Spicy shared
52%
68%
Balsamic shared
52%
52%
50%

Performance

Single Malt King
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Single Malt

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and rich, warm accords make it suitable for office wear if applied sparingly. The opulent, boozy nature leans heavily towards date nights and formal events, though it's still comforting for casual wear in cooler months. It's far too heavy and luxurious for athletic activities.

King

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its powerful projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its sweet, attention-grabbing profile, make it less suited for a quiet office but perfect for dates and evening events. While some find it versatile, its warmth and strong sillage are best reserved for cooler weather and bolder impressions.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
83%
Accord
90%
Key Similarities

Both share Fruity, Sweet, Powdery accords

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Single Malt
King
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