Is Fragrance World Abraaj Viking a dupe of Creed Viking?
Viking EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2017 | Year | 2024 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Abraaj Viking EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Viking is a bold, spicy-fresh statement for the modern classicist. Its punchy mint, pepper and citrus opening signals confidence, while the drydown balances woods and florals with Creed's signature refinement.
This is a brilliantly crafted, fresh-spicy scent that punches well above its weight class. A bit of a performance lottery, with some experiencing fleeting joy while others get Creed-level longevity - either way, the scent profile is universally adored.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Viking's fresh spicy-citrus opening and aromatic heart are ideal for spring and autumn, with enough warmth and spice for early fall. Less suited to winter due to its fresher profile and moderate projection.
Occasions
Its refined freshness and moderate sillage make it versatile for office and casual wear. The spicy aromatic signature allows for smart-casual or even semi-formal settings, but it is too dressed up for sport and not bold enough for black tie.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its versatile fresh-spicy and aromatic profile makes it suitable for most casual and semi-formal settings. The varying reports on longevity mean it's good for dates or casual outings where reapplication isn't a faff, but might struggle for all-day office wear depending on your batch.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 16 notes is in the original, including Vetiver, Cedar, Musk
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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International (3)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work