Gold
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2017 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
CR7
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A budget classic that punches above its price, Cuba Gold delivers a cozy, masculine blend of lavender, vanilla, and spice. It is inviting, warm, and perfect for cooler evenings or casual wear.
This one's a mixed bag, to put it mildly. There's a core of Le Male-esque warmth and sweetness that some find fantastic value, while others dismiss it as a cheap, synthetic knock-off with abysmal performance. You'll either love it or wish you hadn't bothered.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 6% |
| Floral | 13% | 11% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 11% | 9% |
| Sweet | 25% | 23% |
| Warm | 30% | 25% |
| Woody | 12% | 17% |
| Earthy | 7% | 8% |
| Animalic | 5% | 8% |
| Fresh | 18% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The warm spicy and sweet vanilla-amber base makes Cuba Gold ideal for fall and winter, while the aromatic and fresh top brings enough lightness for spring. It can be cloying in high heat, so less suited to summer.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and smooth vanilla-spice profile are appealing and versatile for casual and date scenarios, but it can be a little bold and sweet for formal or active settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate to low performance and sweet, powdery profile make it less ideal for formal or office settings. However, its crowd-pleasing, youthful scent makes it perfect for casual wear, date nights, and even the gym, as many users attested to its versatility.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Lavender, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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