Original EDT

Tabac

87%

The Beat EDP

Burberry by Dominique Ropion, Olivier Polge, Béatrice Piquet

Comparison

87%

Original EDT Tabac · 1959 M

The Beat EDP Burberry · 2008 F

Top

Petitgrain

Bergamot

Lemon

Neroli

Pepper

Heart

Oak

Lavender

Chamomile

Geranium

Base

Musk

Sandalwood

Vetiver

Carnation

Ambergris

Top

Pink Pepper

Mandarin

Bergamot

Cardamom

Heart

Tea

Iris

Bellflower

Base

Musk

Cedar

Vetiver

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Original EDT

EDT	Concentration	EDP
M	Gender	F
1959	Year	2008
£	Price Tier	££

The Beat EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Original EDT

A masterclass in aromatic masculinity, Tabac Original bridges old school barbershop with modern freshness. Versatile, reliable, and quietly charismatic, it never shouts but always feels composed.

Statement

Our Verdict - The Beat EDP

This discontinued gem is mourned by many, offering a uniquely fresh yet warm profile that evokes nostalgia and widespread compliments. Its 'masterpiece' status among fans is undeniable, contrasting sharply with those who find it a bit too peppery or simply 'meh'.

Favourite

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Original EDT

The Beat EDP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 21% vs 23%

Only in Original

Petitgrain 24% Lemon 18% Neroli 18% Pepper 18%

Only in The Beat

Pink Pepper 28% Mandarin 26% Cardamom 23%

Only in Original

Oak 26% Lavender 26% Chamomile 26% Geranium 22%

Only in The Beat

Tea 44% Iris 34% Bellflower 22%

Shared Notes

Musk 20% vs 39%

Vetiver 20% vs 30%

Only in Original

Sandalwood 21% Carnation 19% Ambergris 19%

Only in The Beat

Cedar 30%

Accords

Original The Beat

47%

Citrus

100%

92%

Aromatic

71%

87%

Woody

75%

Musky

77%

38%

Powdery

75%

Green

74%

68%

Herbal

Iris

65%

63%

Fresh Spicy

57%

Soft Spicy

62%

Warm Spicy

60%

54%

Floral

Citrus shared

47%

100%

Aromatic shared

92%

71%

Woody shared

87%

75%

Musky

77%

Powdery shared

38%

75%

Green

74%

Herbal

68%

Iris

65%

Fresh Spicy shared

63%

57%

Soft Spicy

62%

Warm Spicy

60%

Floral

54%

Performance

Original The Beat

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Original

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer

Bright citrus and aromatic herbs make this ideal for spring, while the woody and powdery base gives enough warmth for fall. It can work in summer if applied lightly but stays more restrained in winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Refined yet understated projection makes it well suited to the office or casual daywear. Its classic, clean masculinity offers some date appeal but is less fitting for sports or black tie.

The Beat

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile with moderate longevity makes it perfect for office and casual wear. While some find it suitable for dates, its lack of strong sillage might not make it ideal for formal evening events.