Ambre Tabac Eau de Parfum bottle Ambre Tabac
Edp Concentration Parfum
U Gender U
- Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££
Quasar Parfum bottle Quasar

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ambre Tabac
This is a beloved, smooth tobacco-amber fragrance from Daniel Josier, lauded by many as a fantastic-smelling, long-lasting gem. Some find it a bit too sweet and gourmand, or not 'tobacco' enough, but it consistently receives high praise for its quality and appeal, often compared favorably to more expensive niche options.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Quasar
This one's a divisive beast. Some find its metallic citrus intriguing and powerful, others are left scratching their heads, wondering if it's a winter warmer or a summer sparkler, ultimately declaring it just 'not bottle worthy.' Handle with caution.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12% 14%
Floral 3% 5%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 1% 1%
Sweet 25% 27%
Warm 23% 21%
Woody 26% 25%
Earthy 24% 24%
Animalic 5% 7%
Fresh 6% 9%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ambre Tabac EdP
Quasar Parfum

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 45% vs 51%
Only in Ambre Tabac
Incense 55%
Only in Quasar
Amber 49%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 30% vs 55%
Only in Ambre Tabac
Tobacco 36% Amber 34%
Only in Quasar
Patchouli 45%

Accords

Ambre Tabac Quasar
100%
Amber
94%
Citrus
100%
67%
Woody
92%
86%
Tobacco
72%
Vanilla
52%
66%
Sweet
63%
Powdery
64%
56%
Warm Spicy
62%
57%
Balsamic
Aromatic
56%
47%
Smoky
47%
Patchouli
Metallic
46%
Amber shared
100%
94%
100%
Woody shared
67%
92%
86%
Vanilla shared
72%
52%
66%
Powdery shared
63%
64%
Warm Spicy shared
56%
62%
57%
56%
47%
47%
46%

Performance

Ambre Tabac Quasar
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Ambre Tabac

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Its strong projection and rich, sweet profile make it less suitable for a confined office environment. However, its sophisticated and sensual character is perfect for dates and evening events, while its cozy warmth lends itself well to casual wear in cooler weather.

Quasar

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its strong longevity and intriguing character, Quasar is best suited for evening wear, especially dates, where its magnetic quality can shine. The citrus and warm spicy accords make it versatile enough for smart casual outings, but it's likely too potent and distinctive for a typical office environment or sporting activities.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
92%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
92%
Accord
57%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Vanilla, Woody accords and Patchouli, Amber notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ambre Tabac
Quasar
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