Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum bottle Nero Assoluto
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2013 Year 2016
££ Price Tier ££
Nirvana Bourbon Eau de Parfum bottle Nirvana Bourbon

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum
This is a seriously polarising scent for some, with a love-it-or-hate-it vibe, but for others, it's an underrated, luxurious gem that smells way more expensive than it is. Expect compliments.
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Our Verdict - Nirvana Bourbon Eau de Parfum
This discontinued gem is a total love-it-or-hate-it affair. For those who get it, Nirvana Bourbon is an unbelievably sexy, woody-vanilla with a boozy kick. For others, it's a bit too much like pencil shavings or even BBQ sauce. Definitely try before you overpay on eBay.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 0%
Floral 18% 19%
Fruity 3% 0%
Green 0% 1%
Sweet 37% 38%
Warm 7% 7%
Woody 28% 33%
Earthy 10% 14%
Animalic 2% 4%
Fresh 5% 0%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Nero Assoluto EdP
Nirvana Bourbon EdP

Notes

Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum
Nirvana Bourbon Eau de Parfum

Top Notes

Base Notes

Only in Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum
Orchid 67% Citrus 33%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 100% vs 37%
Only in Nirvana Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Oak 41% Tuberose 21%
Only in Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum
Ebony 55% Woody 45%

Accords

Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum Nirvana Bourbon Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
69%
Vanilla
90%
58%
Floral
54%
Sweet
54%
Powdery
48%
Tuberose
45%
Aromatic
44%
Earthy
44%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Vanilla shared
69%
90%
58%
54%
Powdery shared
54%
48%
45%
44%
44%

Performance

Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum Nirvana Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and strong, dark accords make it perfect for date nights and formal events, creating a 'femme fatale' aura. While some find it too intense for daily wear, others appreciate its elegance for office settings with a lighter hand, or for cozy casual evenings.

Nirvana Bourbon Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its intimate sillage means it won't overwhelm, making it suitable for close encounters like dates. The woody and boozy accords, while alluring, might be a bit too 'night out' for a professional office setting. It's definitely a cold-weather champion.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
86%
Accord
75%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Vanilla, Powdery accords and Vanilla notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum
Nirvana Bourbon Eau de Parfum
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