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Which Should You Buy?
Photorealistic black tea in a transparent Iso E Super cloud: minimalist, clean, calming, and quietly sophisticated. A must for tea lovers and fans of understated, contemplative scents-but don't expect boldness or lasting sillage.
Yatagan is a scent for proper blokes. It's a challenging, unapologetically masculine classic that splits opinion between an 'old school masterpiece' and 'celery and bug spray'. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but if you're up for it, it screams confident swagger.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 24% | 27% |
| Sweet | 3% | 3% |
| Warm | 21% | 11% |
| Woody | 22% | 27% |
| Earthy | 19% | 25% |
| Animalic | 7% | 14% |
| Fresh | 7% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Core Notes
Core Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The brisk, airy black tea and Iso E Super make this ideal for spring and early summer, feeling crisp, green, and uplifting, while the earthy-woody undertones offer comfort in fall. Lacks sweetness and density for true winter wear.
Occasions
The minimal, transparent profile and moderate projection make it perfect for office and casual settings, never overwhelming or cloying. Its clean tea character feels versatile but may be too understated for formal events or active sports.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent, dense notes and animalic edge make it a challenging fit for the office, though some find it 'office safe' in moderation. The strong, unique character and moderate sillage lend themselves better to casual wear or intimate, rugged dates, especially in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Green, Musky accords
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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