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Bowling Green Eau de Parfum bottle Bowling Green EDP
EDP Concentration EDC
M Gender M
1986 Year 2021
£ Price Tier £££££
Viking Cologne Cologne bottle Viking Cologne EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bowling Green EDP
A divisive old-school powerhouse, Bowling Green is either a 'heavenly green' or a 'dreadfully dated' scent. It's a robust aromatic chypre in the vein of Drakkar Noir, but leans into a potent fresh citrus and green accord that splits opinions.
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Our Verdict - Viking Cologne EDC
Viking Cologne is a fresh, modern take on a classic masculine fougere. While praised for its invigorating citrus opening and sophisticated barber shop dry down, its performance can be polarising, with some experiencing great longevity while others are left wanting more.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Bowling Green EDP
Viking Cologne EDC

Notes

Accords

Bowling Green Viking Cologne
100%
Aromatic
100%
80%
Citrus
94%
78%
Fresh Spicy
82%
78%
Woody
80%
Lavender
54%
52%
Warm Spicy
44%
51%
Herbal
50%
Earthy
44%
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
80%
94%
Fresh Spicy shared
78%
82%
Woody shared
78%
80%
54%
Warm Spicy shared
52%
44%
Herbal shared
51%
50%
44%

Performance

Bowling Green Viking Cologne
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Bowling Green

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Also Works:
Casual Sport

Its potent projection means it's best in casual, outdoor settings, though some find it office-appropriate if lightly applied. The fresh yet intense profile isn't typically suited for romantic dates or strictly formal events.

Viking Cologne

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its fresh and clean aromatic profile makes it highly versatile, suitable for daily wear, including the office, without being overpowering. The energetic citrus and herbal accords also lend themselves well to casual and even sporty settings, though its more restrained performance on some wearers might limit its impact for formal evenings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, citrus, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Bowling Green EDP
Viking Cologne EDC
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