Tempo Eau de Parfum bottle Tempo
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2018 Year 2022
££ Price Tier £
Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum bottle Drakkar Intense

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tempo Eau de Parfum
This is *the* patchouli for those who crave depth without the dirt. Tempo brings a clean, modern twist to an enigmatic note, but beware - for some, it's a barely-there whisper, while for others, it's a full-bodied embrace. Divisive, intriguing, and undeniably chic, it demands a personal sampling.
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Our Verdict - Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum
Drakkar Intense is a divisive cheapie - some hail it as a modern barbershop classic with warm, masculine charm, others are infuriated by its fleeting performance. If you're after a budget-friendly scent for personal enjoyment or short wear, it's worth a sniff. Just don't expect beast mode.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 6%
Floral 9% 7%
Fruity 3% 0%
Green 31% 30%
Sweet 4% 2%
Warm 13% 11%
Woody 10% 15%
Earthy 25% 22%
Animalic 0% 8%
Fresh 24% 23%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Tempo EdP
Drakkar Intense EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Clary Sage 16% vs 28%
Only in Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 37% Suede 34% Oakmoss 30%

Accords

Tempo Eau de Parfum Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
100%
96%
Patchouli
51%
77%
Woody
60%
70%
Soft Spicy
44%
58%
Fresh Spicy
67%
56%
Earthy
50%
Lavender
54%
52%
Ozonic
50%
Balsamic
47%
Citrus
Mossy
46%
Leather
44%
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Patchouli shared
96%
51%
Woody shared
77%
60%
Soft Spicy shared
70%
44%
Fresh Spicy shared
58%
67%
Earthy shared
56%
50%
54%
52%
50%
47%
46%
44%

Performance

Tempo Eau de Parfum Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Tempo Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and smooth patchouli make it suitable for office wear, though it shines brighter in more intimate or casual settings. The sophisticated earthy-herbal profile is well-suited for dates and relaxed outings, especially in cooler weather. It's too rich and complex for sporting activities.

Drakkar Intense Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and common complaints about longevity make it suitable for office wear where it won't overwhelm, and its warm, masculine profile is a hit for casual and date settings. However, its lack of standout longevity and sillage would likely be disappointing for formal events or sports.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
85%
Accord
75%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody accords and Clary Sage, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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