Original
| Edt | Concentration | Edt |
| M | Gender | U |
| 1959 | Year | 2017 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Escentric 04
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A masterclass in aromatic masculinity, Tabac Original bridges old school barbershop with modern freshness. Versatile, reliable, and quietly charismatic, it never shouts but always feels composed.
A hyper-modern citrus-woody that balances zesty grapefruit and gin-like juniper with a futuristic sandalwood base. It is both luminous and quietly assertive, perfect for those who crave clean freshness with a twist.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 14% |
| Floral | 21% | 24% |
| Fruity | 2% | 6% |
| Green | 13% | 8% |
| Sweet | 8% | 10% |
| Warm | 8% | 10% |
| Woody | 19% | 20% |
| Earthy | 7% | 4% |
| Animalic | 9% | 6% |
| Fresh | 21% | 21% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Bright citrus and aromatic herbs make this ideal for spring, while the woody and powdery base gives enough warmth for fall. It can work in summer if applied lightly but stays more restrained in winter.
Occasions
Refined yet understated projection makes it well suited to the office or casual daywear. Its classic, clean masculinity offers some date appeal but is less fitting for sports or black tie.
Seasons
Luminous grapefruit and herbal freshness make it ideal for spring and summer, but the woody base and subtle warmth from sandalwood and resins allow for versatility in fall. Its airy nature is less suited to deep winter cold.
Occasions
Moderate projection and clean, modern freshness make it office and casual friendly, while the zesty citrus and soft woods add intrigue for dates. It is a bit too characterful and idiosyncratic for highly formal or sporty settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Woody, Fresh Spicy accords and Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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