Pirates' Grand Reserve
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
TriBeCa
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive beast. Some adore its boozy, chocolatey embrace, others find it a weak, plasticky mess. Expect a journey from rum-soaked gourmand to a powdery, woody dry-down, but don't expect it to last for donkey's years.
This caramel-nutty gourmand from Bond No. 9 is a sweet, cosy embrace that polarises opinion. Many love its warm depth, but a vocal minority find it surprisingly harsh and even nauseating. It's often compared to BR540 but with a more pronounced gourmand twist - some say a better twist.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 15% | 18% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 9% | 4% |
| Sweet | 28% | 28% |
| Warm | 16% | 10% |
| Woody | 17% | 22% |
| Earthy | 16% | 17% |
| Animalic | 10% | 7% |
| Fresh | 7% | 13% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its boozy, warm gourmand profile makes it less suitable for office wear, but excellent for dates and cooler casual outings. The inconsistent performance reports suggest it fades too quickly for many formal events. It's definitely not for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet, inviting gourmand accords and solid longevity make it perfect for dates and evening events. While some find it too potent for the office, its soft sillage profile for many allows for versatile casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Cacao accords and Cacao Pod, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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