Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum vs 1-12 Eau de Parfum

Drakkar Noir

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1982	Year	1976
£	Price Tier	£

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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 - 1-12 Eau de Parfum

A divisive but undeniably classic green fougere that screams '70s swagger. For the price, it's a steal if you appreciate its soapy, aromatic charm, but don't expect modern appeal or beast-mode performance from current formulations.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	12%
Floral	9%	12%
Fruity	1%	1%
Green	27%	25%
Sweet	7%	13%
Warm	16%	9%
Woody	20%	17%
Earthy	14%	11%
Animalic	4%	6%
Fresh	24%	22%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Drakkar Noir EdP

1-12 EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lemon 13% vs 18%

Bergamot 12% vs 15%

Basil 10% vs 15%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Lavender 19% Rosemary 12% Mint 12% Lemon Verbena 11% Artemisia 10%

Only in 1-12 Eau de Parfum

Green 22% Galbanum 17% Mandarin 13%

Shared Notes

Juniper 16% vs 18%

Carnation 14% vs 17%

Jasmine 12% vs 16%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

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

Only in 1-12 Eau de Parfum

Pine 26% Lavender 21%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 13% vs 21%

Cedar 8% vs 14%

Amber 8% vs 12%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Pine 12% Fir Resin 11% Leather 11% Vetiver 9% Patchouli 9% Sandalwood 9% Resin 8%

Only in 1-12 Eau de Parfum

Labdanum 15% Musk 14% Tonka Bean 12% Vanilla 11%

Accords

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum 1-12 Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

89%

Woody

88%

47%

Green

85%

72%

Fresh Spicy

63%

52%

Citrus

66%

Amber

56%

46%

Mossy

55%

49%

Lavender

48%

Earthy

47%

Floral

46%

Aromatic shared

100%

Woody shared

89%

88%

Green shared

47%

85%

Fresh Spicy shared

72%

63%

Citrus shared

52%

66%

Amber

56%

Mossy shared

46%

55%

Lavender shared

49%

48%

Earthy shared

48%

47%

Floral

46%

Performance

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum 1-12 Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

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.

1-12 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:

Casual

Also Works:

Office Date

Its clean, soapy nature makes it versatile for casual wear and suitable for a relaxed office. However, its vintage barbershop scent might be too 'old-school' for formal events or modern date nights, and it's not well-suited for sport due to its profile and moderate performance.