Potion
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2015 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Brit Rhythm Intense
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Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued gem divides opinion sharply; some hail it as a masterpiece, a rich, spicy amber with a unique medicinal-boozy twist, while others lament its poor performance and a scent that reminds them of church or cough syrup. Love it or hate it, DSquared² Potion has fervent fans missing its unique charm.
Burberry Brit Rhythm Intense had a brief moment of cult status, with fans loving its unique spicy-sweet-leathery blend. While some found it a unique powerhouse, others were left cold by its strong, divisive character. Discontinued but not forgotten, a real 'if you know, you know'.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 3% |
| Floral | 6% | 4% |
| Fruity | 0% | 7% |
| Green | 26% | 20% |
| Sweet | 14% | 20% |
| Warm | 31% | 19% |
| Woody | 13% | 14% |
| Earthy | 16% | 14% |
| Animalic | 8% | 8% |
| Fresh | 18% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy, and amber profile, combined with generally low projection, makes it ideal for intimate settings like dates and adaptable to cooler formal events. It's too heavy for sport and most offices, though some find it office-appropriate due to its close-to-skin nature.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense character, with dominant spicy, woody, and leather accords, make it less suited for an office setting or sport. However, these features, coupled with its sensual and warm dry down, make it ideal for romantic dates and cooler evening casual wear. Some found it suitable for formal occasions, provided it's worn sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Pepper, Mint notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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