Is French Avenue Royal Blend Bourbon a dupe of Kilian Angels' Share Paradis?

Royal Blend Bourbon Extrait

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Angels' Share Paradis EDP
This flanker to the legendary Angels' Share is proving divisive. Some are hailing it as a masterpiece, an improvement on the original with its playful raspberry twist, while others are less convinced, labelling it a syrupy, overpriced mess. It seems you'll either love or loathe this boozy gourmand with a fruity edge.
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Our Verdict - Royal Blend Bourbon Extrait
This one is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find it a richly layered boozy gourmand with chocolate and mint, others smell an alcoholic's bad breath. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so sample before committing, but if you love it, you'll REALLY love it.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
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Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Angels' Share Paradis EDP
Royal Blend Bourbon Extrait

Notes

Only in Angels' Share Paradis
Tonka Bean 38% Rose 32% Caramel 30%
Only in Royal Blend Bourbon
Whisky 64% Lavender 36%
Shared Notes
Oak 24% vs 53%
Only in Royal Blend Bourbon
Peru Balsam 46%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Angels' Share Paradis Royal Blend Bourbon
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Angels' Share Paradis

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its beastly projection and longevity, coupled with rich, sweet, and boozy accords, make it far too overpowering for an office setting. However, it shines on dates and formal occasions where its intoxicating presence can truly captivate. It's a bit much for casual wear, primarily suited for cooler evening events.

Royal Blend Bourbon

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Its intense, boozy, and woody character, combined with reports of strong projection, makes it entirely unsuitable for office wear. This is a scent for special evenings, excelling on dates or formal events where its unique profile can make a statement without being overpowering in public settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
27%
Key Similarities

Shares 1 of its 11 notes, including Oak

Key Differences

Adds caramel and cognac, drops basil and cedar

Where to buy

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