Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum bottle Mr. Burberry
Edp Concentration Other
U Gender U
2017 Year 2025
££ Price Tier ££
El Capitán Extreme bottle El Capitán Extreme

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum
Mr. Burberry EDP is the definitive crowd-pleaser for those who want to smell good without shouting about it. While some find it too safe or basic, its elegance, versatility, and smooth masculine character have garnered a loyal following, proving that sometimes, simple sophistication is best.
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Our Verdict - El Capitán Extreme
If Gulf Orchid intended El Capitán Extreme to be a UWA clone, they've missed the mark entirely. Community opinion is brutal, calling it a weak imitation not even worth a sniff. Best to just skip this one.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 11%
Floral 4% 8%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 13% 17%
Sweet 15% 18%
Warm 26% 22%
Woody 22% 12%
Earthy 13% 11%
Animalic 1% 1%
Fresh 22% 25%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mr. Burberry EdP
El Capitán Extreme

Notes

Shared Notes
Mint 26% vs 19%
Only in Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum
Lavender 39% Nutmeg 31% Cedar 30%
Only in El Capitán Extreme
Cinnamon 53% Clary Sage 47%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 26% vs 25%
Amber 15% vs 25%
Only in El Capitán Extreme
Vanilla 26% Cedar 23%

Accords

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum El Capitán Extreme
100%
Warm Spicy
70%
49%
Lavender
100%
98%
Aromatic
80%
83%
Woody
56%
68%
Fresh Spicy
51%
Cinnamon
65%
60%
Patchouli
52%
58%
Amber
52%
56%
Green
Vanilla
52%
50%
Citrus
50%
Earthy
Warm Spicy shared
100%
70%
Lavender shared
49%
100%
Aromatic shared
98%
80%
Woody shared
83%
56%
Fresh Spicy shared
68%
51%
65%
Patchouli shared
60%
52%
Amber shared
58%
52%
56%
52%
50%
50%

Performance

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum El Capitán Extreme
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and generally inoffensive, clean profile make it excellent for office and casual wear. The warm spice and woody accords lend themselves well to dates, but it might lack the gravitas for truly formal events or the freshness for sport.

El Capitán Extreme

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

The blend of freshness and warmth makes it versatile enough for daily wear, though its general lack of impact, as noted by reviews, means it won't shine in formal or high-energy sports situations. It's safe for casual settings or even an office, given its subdued presence.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
90%
Accord
75%
Key Similarities

Both share Lavender, Aromatic, Warm Spicy accords and Lavender, Mint notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum
El Capitán Extreme
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