Patchouli Gourmand Eau de Toilette vs A*Men Ultra Zest Eau de Toilette

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Patchouli Gourmand Eau de Toilette bottle Patchouli Gourmand EDT
EDT Concentration EDT
U Gender M
2026 Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££
A*Men Ultra Zest Eau de Toilette bottle A*Men Ultra Zest EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Patchouli Gourmand EDT
A truly gorgeous gourmand that wins over even the pickiest noses. It's a sweet, spicy, and utterly luxurious experience that justifies its high price tag, and you'll easily understand why this one racks up so many five-star reviews.
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Our Verdict - A*Men Ultra Zest EDT
Seriously polarising and ridiculously hyped, Ultra Zest is an orange creamsicle that divides opinions sharply. Some absolutely adore its unique citrus-gourmand blend, while others find it too sweet, too fleeting, or just not impactful enough to justify the price gouging.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Patchouli Gourmand EDT
A*Men Ultra Zest EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Patchouli 26% vs 36%
Vanilla 26% vs 33%
Tonka Bean 25% vs 29%
Only in Patchouli Gourmand
Sandalwood 23%

Accords

Patchouli Gourmand A*Men Ultra Zest
100%
Warm Spicy
69%
60%
Citrus
100%
64%
Sweet
52%
64%
Vanilla
62%
41%
Patchouli
55%
52%
Woody
45%
Coffee
49%
Fruity
48%
Green
44%
42%
Powdery
41%
Cacao
Warm Spicy shared
100%
69%
Citrus shared
60%
100%
Sweet shared
64%
52%
Vanilla shared
64%
62%
Patchouli shared
41%
55%
Woody shared
52%
45%
49%
48%
44%
42%
41%

Performance

Patchouli Gourmand A*Men Ultra Zest
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Patchouli Gourmand

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its exceptional performance and strong sillage, as noted by reviewers, make it less suitable for an office environment. However, the rich, warm, and sweet gourmand accords are perfect for dates and evening formal events, adding a bold and memorable presence.

A*Men Ultra Zest

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport

Its bright, playful citrus opening and subsequent gourmand warmth make it good for casual wear and dates. While some find it too sweet for intense heat, its zestiness lends itself to spring and summer evenings, though its potency might be too much for formal or restrictive office settings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
84%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, sweet, vanilla

Key Differences

Adds blood orange and cinnamon, drops cacao pod and cardamom

Where to buy

Patchouli Gourmand EDT
A*Men Ultra Zest EDT
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