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

Drakkar Noir

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1972	Year	1976
££	Price Tier	£

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette

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 - 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	16%	12%
Floral	8%	12%
Fruity	1%	1%
Green	23%	25%
Sweet	10%	13%
Warm	13%	9%
Woody	16%	17%
Earthy	16%	11%
Animalic	6%	6%
Fresh	22%	22%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Drakkar Noir EdT

1-12 EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lemon 16% vs 18%

Bergamot 14% vs 15%

Mandarin 13% vs 12%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette

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

Only in 1-12 Eau de Parfum

Green 22% Galbanum 17% Basil 15%

Shared Notes

Pine 14% vs 26%

Jasmine 13% vs 16%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette

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

Only in 1-12 Eau de Parfum

Lavender 21% Juniper 19% Carnation 17%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 22% vs 21%

Amber 21% vs 12%

Musk 17% vs 13%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette

Tolu Balsam 22% Patchouli 17%

Only in 1-12 Eau de Parfum

Cedar 15% Labdanum 15% Tonka Bean 12% Vanilla 11%

Accords

Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette 1-12 Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

76%

Woody

88%

Green

85%

82%

Citrus

66%

75%

Amber

56%

72%

Fresh Spicy

63%

61%

Powdery

56%

Musky

47%

Mossy

55%

47%

Lavender

48%

Earthy

47%

46%

Herbal

Floral

46%

Aromatic shared

100%

Woody shared

76%

88%

Green

85%

Citrus shared

82%

66%

Amber shared

75%

56%

Fresh Spicy shared

72%

63%

Powdery

61%

Musky

56%

Mossy shared

47%

55%

Lavender shared

47%

48%

Earthy

47%

Herbal

46%

Floral

46%

Performance

Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette 1-12 Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette

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.

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.