Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum vs 212 VIP Black NY Rodeo Eau de Parfum

Drakkar Intense

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2022	Year	2025
£	Price Tier	££

212 VIP Black NY Rodeo

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum

Drakkar Intense is a divisive cheapie - some hail it as a modern barbershop classic with warm, masculine charm, others are infuriated by its fleeting performance. If you're after a budget-friendly scent for personal enjoyment or short wear, it's worth a sniff. Just don't expect beast mode.

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Our Verdict - 212 VIP Black NY Rodeo Eau de Parfum

This one's a divisive affair. Some reckon its a mature, aromatic upgrade to the 212 VIP Black line, praising its restrained leather and herbal twists. Others just find it offensive, an old-fashioned misstep in a fancy bottle. Definitely try before you buy.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	6%	0%
Floral	7%	6%
Fruity	0%	0%
Green	30%	30%
Sweet	2%	5%
Warm	11%	9%
Woody	15%	23%
Earthy	22%	27%
Animalic	8%	11%
Fresh	23%	18%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Drakkar Intense EdP

212 VIP Black NY Rodeo EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Rosemary 24% vs 37%

Only in Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum

Wormwood 32% Coriander 25% Bergamot 19%

Only in 212 VIP Black NY Rodeo Eau de Parfum

Lavender 62%

Only in Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum

Lavender 45% Clary Sage 29% Juniper 26%

Only in 212 VIP Black NY Rodeo Eau de Parfum

Absinth 55% Leather 45%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 36% vs 45%

Only in Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum

Suede 34% Oakmoss 30%

Only in 212 VIP Black NY Rodeo Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 55%

Accords

Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum 212 VIP Black NY Rodeo Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

67%

Fresh Spicy

52%

54%

Lavender

63%

60%

Woody

56%

51%

Patchouli

50%

Earthy

45%

Bitter

49%

46%

Mossy

44%

Leather

44%

Soft Spicy

Aromatic shared

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

67%

52%

Lavender shared

54%

63%

Woody shared

60%

56%

Patchouli

51%

Earthy shared

50%

45%

Bitter

49%

Mossy

46%

Leather

44%

Soft Spicy

44%

Performance

Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum 212 VIP Black NY Rodeo Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office

Its moderate projection and common complaints about longevity make it suitable for office wear where it won't overwhelm, and its warm, masculine profile is a hit for casual and date settings. However, its lack of standout longevity and sillage would likely be disappointing for formal events or sports.

212 VIP Black NY Rodeo Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its moderate projection and longevity make it versatile for evening wear and dates, but the prominent leather and bitter notes may be too bold for everyday casual wear. Some find it suitable for the office due to its more mature profile, while others consider it too 'offensive' for such settings, suggesting it's best reserved for more deliberate occasions.