African Rooibos Eau de Parfum vs No. 33 Cologne

African Rooibos

Edp	Concentration	Cologne
U	Gender	U
2021	Year	2015
££	Price Tier	££

No. 33

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African Rooibos

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No. 33

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - African Rooibos

This one's a divisive brew; some hail it as the ultimate tea scent-masterpiece, a truly unique and sophisticated aroma. Others, however, are left scratching their heads, finding it anything from 'musty' to 'baby wipes'. Love it or hate it, it's definitely a conversation starter.

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Our Verdict - No. 33

Penhaligon's No. 33 is a deeply divisive scent, with some hailing it as a subtle masterpiece while others dismiss it as weak and forgettable. Its performance is a significant sticking point, though those who love it praise its refined, calming character.

Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	13%
Floral	9%	14%
Fruity	1%	2%
Green	16%	16%
Sweet	16%	14%
Warm	25%	21%
Woody	16%	13%
Earthy	12%	11%
Animalic	0%	6%
Fresh	17%	20%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

African Rooibos EdP

No. 33 Cologne

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 31% vs 15%

Only in African Rooibos

Pepper 35% Cardamom 33%

Only in No. 33

Clary Sage 17% Cypress 16% Coriander 15% Artemisia 13% Orange 13% Grapefruit 12%

Only in African Rooibos

Tea 60% Orris 40%

Only in No. 33

Lavender 14% Cardamom 14% Geranium 11% Pepper 10% Saffron 10% Ginger 10% Violet 9% Lily Of The Valley 8% Rose 7% Jasmine 7%

Shared Notes

Cedar 39% vs 13%

Tonka Bean 29% vs 11%

Only in African Rooibos

Immortelle 31%

Only in No. 33

Musk 15% Oakmoss 14% Tobacco 12% Vetiver 11% Vanilla 11% Amber 11%

Accords

African Rooibos No. 33

100%

Warm Spicy

64%

72%

Aromatic

100%

94%

Smoky

87%

Fresh Spicy

78%

87%

Herbal

49%

78%

Woody

62%

66%

Iris

63%

Citrus

54%

62%

Powdery

47%

52%

Sweet

Lavender

48%

Soft Spicy

45%

Warm Spicy shared

100%

64%

Aromatic shared

72%

100%

Smoky

94%

Fresh Spicy shared

87%

78%

Herbal shared

87%

49%

Woody shared

78%

62%

Iris

66%

Citrus shared

63%

54%

Powdery shared

62%

47%

Sweet

52%

Lavender

48%

Soft Spicy

45%

Performance

African Rooibos No. 33

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

African Rooibos

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

With its moderate projection and complex, warm spicy character, this scent is versatile enough for many settings, excelling in casual and date scenarios where its unique warmth can shine. While it leans towards being an excellent office choice, some find its projection noticeable, making it best for a more understated application in professional environments.

No. 33

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its generally weak projection and close-to-skin nature make it ideal for office wear, where it won't offend. The subtle sophistication also suits formal and casual settings, though its lack of bold sillage makes it less impactful for dates or energetic activities.