Black Absinthe
| Cologne | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
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Which Should You Buy?
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'.
This is a seriously polarising scent - some love its quirky, herbal take on barbershop freshness, while others find it a "nauseating" headache. If you like something a bit weird and wonderful, worth a sniff, but avoid if you're sensitive to synthetics or want a safe blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 6% |
| Floral | 0% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 30% | 28% |
| Sweet | 26% | 6% |
| Warm | 24% | 24% |
| Woody | 23% | 26% |
| Earthy | 20% | 19% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 11% | 13% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and fresh, green character make it a decent casual or sport option, though some find it can be strong initially. However, the strong cannabis note might be too controversial for formal settings or the office, despite its eventual 'after shower' clean dry down.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Soft Spicy, Anis, Aromatic accords and Vetiver, Artemisia notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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