Ambre 114 Eau de Parfum bottle Ambre 114
Edp Concentration Edp
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2001 Year 2017
££ Price Tier ££
Pirates' Grand Reserve Eau de Parfum bottle Pirates' Grand Reserve

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Our Verdict - Ambre 114 Eau de Parfum
This is a seriously solid amber, leaning into classic territory without feeling dated. Ignore the whingers who find it too powdery or boring; it’s a beautifully blended, warm embrace that’s an easy reach for amber lovers. Some lament dilution in recent formulations, but it still performs well enough for most.
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Our Verdict - Pirates' Grand Reserve Eau de Parfum
This one's a divisive beast. Some adore its boozy, chocolatey embrace, others find it a weak, plasticky mess. Expect a journey from rum-soaked gourmand to a powdery, woody dry-down, but don't expect it to last for donkey's years.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 1%
Floral 9% 15%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 13% 9%
Sweet 28% 28%
Warm 28% 16%
Woody 21% 17%
Earthy 15% 16%
Animalic 5% 10%
Fresh 7% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ambre 114 EdP
Pirates' Grand Reserve EdP

Notes

Only in Ambre 114 Eau de Parfum
Nutmeg 58% Thyme 42%
Shared Notes
Geranium 16% vs 17%
Cedar 15% vs 23%
Only in Pirates' Grand Reserve Eau de Parfum
Cardamom 21% Clary Sage 19% Broom 19%
Shared Notes
Musk 13% vs 23%
Only in Pirates' Grand Reserve Eau de Parfum
Cashmeran 31% Patchouli 24% Oakmoss 21%

Accords

Ambre 114 Eau de Parfum Pirates' Grand Reserve Eau de Parfum
100%
Amber
65%
Woody
100%
57%
Powdery
91%
78%
Vanilla
87%
60%
Warm Spicy
85%
Rum
70%
Cacao
69%
Musky
64%
Sweet
56%
52%
Aromatic
49%
48%
Balsamic
44%
Patchouli
100%
Woody shared
65%
100%
Powdery shared
57%
91%
Vanilla shared
78%
87%
Warm Spicy shared
60%
85%
Rum
70%
69%
64%
56%
Aromatic shared
52%
49%
48%
44%

Performance

Ambre 114 Eau de Parfum Pirates' Grand Reserve Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Ambre 114 Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its warm and balsamic nature, combined with moderate sillage, makes it suitable for relaxed social occasions and dates. While some find it office-friendly due to its balanced nature, its sweetness and noticeable presence might be too much for formal office wear. It's definitely not one for the gym.

Pirates' Grand Reserve Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its boozy, warm gourmand profile makes it less suitable for office wear, but excellent for dates and cooler casual outings. The inconsistent performance reports suggest it fades too quickly for many formal events. It's definitely not for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
88%
Accord
59%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Powdery, Vanilla accords and Geranium, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ambre 114 Eau de Parfum
Pirates' Grand Reserve Eau de Parfum
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