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Which Should You Buy?
BDK's Tabac Rose is a controversial one-off for many. While some find it to be a masterfully blended, sensual delight, an equally vocal contingent are disappointed by the missing tobacco and its overtly sweet, 'jammy rose' character. Try before you buy, as this juice isn't for everyone.
This amber-spicy bomb is a polarising scent, loved by those who embrace its rich, aromatic warmth, but a hard pass for others who find it too aggressively cumin-heavy. Definitely try before you buy - your skin chemistry will make or break this one.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 9% |
| Floral | 15% | 15% |
| Fruity | 13% | 5% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 26% | 36% |
| Warm | 27% | 33% |
| Woody | 7% | 7% |
| Earthy | 18% | 14% |
| Animalic | 3% | 3% |
| Fresh | 9% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This fragrance is potent and long-lasting, with a rich, sweet accord that makes it too much for an office setting. Its opulence and warmth are perfectly suited for date nights and formal evening events, with some reviewers describing it as 'seductive' and 'elegant'.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, coupled with its intense spicy and amber profile, make it less suited for an office setting. However, these qualities, along with its luxurious feel, are ideal for dates and formal events, particularly in colder weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Rose accords and Rose, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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