The Beat Eau de Parfum bottle The Beat
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2008 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££
Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum bottle Back to the Roots

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Beat Eau de Parfum
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'.
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Our Verdict - Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum
This one is a divisive brew. A super green, woody iris that some will adore for its unique, almost vintage charm, while others will find it just a bit off or too astringent. Definitely not a blind buy.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 14% 7%
Floral 17% 13%
Fruity 3% 0%
Green 14% 27%
Sweet 10% 8%
Warm 12% 10%
Woody 17% 20%
Earthy 10% 12%
Animalic 9% 8%
Fresh 19% 20%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
The Beat EdP
Back to the Roots EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Tea 44% vs 26%
Only in The Beat Eau de Parfum
Iris 34% Bellflower 22%
Only in Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum
Orris 35% Ginger 21% Violet 18%
Shared Notes
Musk 39% vs 29%
Only in The Beat Eau de Parfum
Vetiver 30% Cedar 30%
Only in Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum
Driftwood 37% Sandalwood 33%

Accords

The Beat Eau de Parfum Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
75%
Powdery
100%
75%
Woody
88%
74%
Green
87%
77%
Musky
83%
65%
Iris
79%
71%
Aromatic
58%
57%
Fresh Spicy
52%
Fresh
52%
Earthy
50%
Floral
49%
100%
Powdery shared
75%
100%
Woody shared
75%
88%
Green shared
74%
87%
Musky shared
77%
83%
Iris shared
65%
79%
Aromatic shared
71%
58%
Fresh Spicy shared
57%
52%
52%
50%
49%

Performance

The Beat Eau de Parfum Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

The Beat Eau de Parfum

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.

Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and green, clean profile make it suitable for a smart-casual office or daytime wear. However, its unusual character might not be universally appreciated in formal or intimate settings, and it's certainly not for the gym.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
83%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
81%
Accord
75%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Woody, Green accords and Tea, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

The Beat Eau de Parfum
Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum
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