Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette vs Malbec Bleu Eau de Parfum

Drakkar Noir

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1972	Year	2021
££	Price Tier	££

Malbec Bleu

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Drakkar Noir

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Malbec Bleu

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Drakkar Noir

A truly timeless, sophisticated, and underappreciated classic that often gets overshadowed by its famous flanker. Drakkar is a clean, masculine scent with an air of effortless French elegance.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Malbec Bleu

A solid freshie for those who enjoy a clean, shower-gel vibe, though its synthetic edge and moderate performance make it a divisive choice. Don't expect a revelation, but it does the job for everyday wear.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	16%	9%
Floral	8%	5%
Fruity	1%	3%
Green	23%	17%
Sweet	10%	9%
Warm	13%	14%
Woody	16%	17%
Earthy	16%	23%
Animalic	6%	2%
Fresh	22%	26%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Drakkar Noir EdT

Malbec Bleu EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 14% vs 25%

Only in Drakkar Noir

Lavender 17% Lemon 17% Lemon Verbena 16% Juniper 13% Mandarin 13% Clary Sage 9%

Only in Malbec Bleu

Aquozone 43% Ginger 31%

Only in Drakkar Noir

Angelica 17% Pine 15% Coriander 15% Basil 14% Rosemary 14% Jasmine 14% Cedar 13%

Only in Malbec Bleu

Lavender 39% Sage 33% Patchouli 28%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 22% vs 38%

Amber 21% vs 30%

Only in Drakkar Noir

Tolu Balsam 22% Musk 17% Patchouli 17%

Only in Malbec Bleu

Sandalwood 31%

Accords

Drakkar Noir Malbec Bleu

100%

Aromatic

78%

Fresh

100%

82%

Citrus

58%

72%

Fresh Spicy

79%

76%

Woody

69%

75%

Amber

Marine

73%

47%

Lavender

69%

46%

Herbal

63%

61%

Powdery

Earthy

57%

56%

Musky

47%

Mossy

56%

Aromatic shared

100%

78%

Fresh

100%

Citrus shared

82%

58%

Fresh Spicy shared

72%

79%

Woody shared

76%

69%

Amber

75%

Marine

73%

Lavender shared

47%

69%

Herbal shared

46%

63%

Powdery

61%

Earthy

57%

Musky

56%

Mossy shared

47%

56%

Performance

Drakkar Noir Malbec Bleu

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Drakkar Noir

Seasons

Best For:

Winter

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal Sport

Its fresh, clean, and understated character makes it versatile for most settings, especially casual and office wear. While not overly formal, its sophisticated aura allows it to carry into more dressed-up occasions, though it leans more subtle for a date night.

Malbec Bleu

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and moderate sillage makes it ideal for office and casual settings where you want to smell put-together without being overpowering. The aquatic and aromatic accords also lend themselves well to gym use, despite its average longevity.