Issara Eau de Parfum vs Black Absinthe Cologne

Issara

Edp	Concentration	Cologne
U	Gender	U
2016	Year	2015
££££	Price Tier	££

Black Absinthe

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A

Issara

B

Black Absinthe

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Issara

Issara is an enigmatic beast - a gorgeous, calming fougere that sadly commits the cardinal sin of being fleeting for many. It's truly beautiful up close, with a quality that screams luxury, but don't expect it to shout across the room.

Statement

Our Verdict - Black Absinthe

This one's a divisive, potent beast. Skip the blind buy and try it on skin first, because what you get from the bottle isn't necessarily what you'll wear. Expect a strong, spicy-sweet cologne that leans more 'high-end men's fragrance' than 'mysterious absinthe'.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	1%	0%
Fruity	0%	0%
Green	23%	30%
Sweet	14%	26%
Warm	14%	24%
Woody	29%	23%
Earthy	20%	20%
Animalic	8%	0%
Fresh	13%	11%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Issara EdP

Black Absinthe Cologne

Notes

Base Notes

Vetiver 100%

Only in Issara

Sage 55% Pine 45%

Only in Black Absinthe

Artemisia 56% Fennel 44%

Only in Issara

Coumarin 38% Tobacco 38% Vetiver 24%

Only in Black Absinthe

Licorice 58% Anise 42%

Only in Issara

Woody 27% Oakmoss 27% Musk 23% Amber 23%

Only in Black Absinthe

Vetiver 100%

Accords

Issara Black Absinthe

100%

Woody

49%

46%

Soft Spicy

100%

99%

Aromatic

63%

Anis

77%

65%

Sweet

54%

61%

Tobacco

52%

Herbal

54%

52%

Vanilla

50%

Balsamic

50%

Earthy

46%

48%

Musky

Woody shared

100%

49%

Soft Spicy shared

46%

100%

Aromatic shared

99%

63%

Anis

77%

Sweet shared

65%

54%

Tobacco

61%

Herbal shared

52%

54%

Vanilla

52%

Balsamic

50%

Earthy shared

50%

46%

Musky

48%

Performance

Issara Black Absinthe

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Issara

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its intimate sillage and clean, non-overpowering profile make it excellent for office and casual wear. The subtle nature means it won't project much on a date, and the aromatic-woody character is generally unsuitable for formal events or sport.

Black Absinthe

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Also Works:

Date Casual

Given its significant strength and lasting power, Black Absinthe is too much for an office setting and definitely not suited for sport. It could work for a date or a casual evening out, but its unique spicy-sweet profile might be overwhelming in a formal environment.