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Boss Bottled Tonic Eau de Toilette bottle Boss Bottled Tonic EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2017 Year 2001
££ Price Tier ££
1828 Eau de Parfum bottle 1828 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Boss Bottled Tonic EDT
Bracing citrus and crisp ginger give Boss Bottled Tonic a vibrant, sporty twist on the classic Bottled DNA. Impeccably safe and office-friendly, but fleeting and linear. For men who want to feel sharp and refreshed, not daring.
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Our Verdict - 1828 EDP
This one's a bit of a mixed bag; some love its unique, sophisticated freshness, while others find it generic or, worse, sickly sweet. It's often praised for its opening but criticised for its short-lived performance, leaving many on the fence about a full bottle.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Boss Bottled Tonic EDT
1828 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Vetiver 49% vs 19%
Only in Boss Bottled Tonic
Woody 50%

Accords

Boss Bottled Tonic 1828
100%
Citrus
76%
40%
Woody
100%
85%
Fresh Spicy
74%
80%
Fresh
50%
Aromatic
70%
55%
Fruity
Camphor
47%
Citrus shared
100%
76%
Woody shared
40%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
85%
74%
80%
Aromatic shared
50%
70%
55%
47%

Performance

Boss Bottled Tonic 1828
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Boss Bottled Tonic

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

This fragrance's sparkling citrus and crisp apple make it ideal for spring and summer, offering a refreshing, energizing character that suits warmer temperatures. Its lightness and lack of density mean it can be overshadowed in cold winter air.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Soft projection and a clean, non-intrusive freshness make it perfect for office, gym, or casual daytime use. It lacks the depth or boldness for formal occasions or intimate evening dates.

1828

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear. Despite some finding it sophisticated enough for formal events, its generally short longevity prevents it from being a top choice for date nights or anything requiring significant projection throughout an evening.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, fresh spicy, aromatic

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Boss Bottled Tonic EDT
1828 EDP
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