Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum vs Tsar Eau de Parfum

Drakkar Noir

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1982	Year	1989
£	Price Tier	££

Tsar

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Drakkar Noir

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Tsar

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Drakkar Noir is a bona fide icon, a powerhouse of classic masculinity that's aged shockingly well. Today's iteration might be softer than its 80s beast mode, but it still delivers that sharp, clean barbershop swagger. It's a crowd-pleasing, dirt-cheap gem, despite performance grumbles.

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Our Verdict - Tsar Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper cult classic, loved by many for its timeless masculine elegance. The hype surrounding its discontinuation and re-release drama is real, so grab a vintage bottle if you can, but don't break the bank for it.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	5%
Floral	9%	17%
Fruity	1%	2%
Green	27%	22%
Sweet	7%	13%
Warm	16%	14%
Woody	20%	18%
Earthy	14%	13%
Animalic	4%	6%
Fresh	24%	18%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Drakkar Noir EdP

Tsar EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lavender 18% vs 14%

Bergamot 12% vs 11%

Rosemary 12% vs 11%

Artemisia 9% vs 12%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Lemon 13% Mint 12% Lemon Verbena 11% Basil 11%

Only in Tsar Eau de Parfum

Green 18% Coriander 11% Cinnamon 10% Neroli 10%

Shared Notes

Juniper 16% vs 11%

Carnation 14% vs 10%

Jasmine 12% vs 9%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Cinnamon 14% Coriander 14% Wormwood 14% Angelica 13%

Only in Tsar Eau de Parfum

Pine 15% Tarragon 10% Geranium 9% Caraway 9% Orris 9% Rose 9% Lily Of The Valley 9%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 13% vs 15%

Leather 11% vs 11%

Vetiver 9% vs 9%

Patchouli 9% vs 9%

Sandalwood 9% vs 9%

Cedar 8% vs 10%

Amber 8% vs 8%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Pine 12% Fir Resin 11% Resin 8%

Only in Tsar Eau de Parfum

Musk 9% Tonka Bean 8% Coconut 8%

Accords

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum Tsar Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

89%

Woody

92%

72%

Fresh Spicy

63%

47%

Green

61%

48%

Earthy

54%

52%

Citrus

46%

Mossy

51%

49%

Lavender

Herbal

48%

Warm Spicy

48%

Aromatic shared

100%

Woody shared

89%

92%

Fresh Spicy shared

72%

63%

Green shared

47%

61%

Earthy shared

48%

54%

Citrus

52%

Mossy shared

46%

51%

Lavender

49%

Herbal

48%

Warm Spicy

48%

Performance

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum Tsar Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Sport

Its fresh, clean barbershop vibe makes it excellent for casual and office wear, though its present-day reduced longevity means it won't overwhelm. While it has a 'confident' air that could work on dates, its 'classic' feel might limit its appeal in formal settings. Many note it's a great 'after-shave' scent, implying daily, versatile use.

Tsar Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its classic, sophisticated character, with moderate projection and excellent longevity, makes it suitable for formal settings and dates without being overpowering. It's too refined for sport and could be a bit much for a casual office environment, though some find it clean enough for daily wear.