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Blackberry & Bay Eau de Cologne bottle Blackberry & Bay EDC
EDC Concentration EDP
F Gender M
2012 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Golf Red Eau de Parfum bottle Golf Red EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Blackberry & Bay EDC
A sparkling, leafy-fruity classic that perfectly captures the wild tangle of blackberry brambles and crushed green leaves. Effortlessly lively, natural, and utterly wearable for any daytime occasion.
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Our Verdict - Golf Red EDP
This budget-friendly clone of Polo Red hits the mark for a casual fruity-woody scent, but don't expect a powerhouse performance. It's a solid, unpretentious pick if you know what you're getting yourself into.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Blackberry & Bay EDC
Golf Red EDP

Notes

Blackberry & Bay
Golf Red

Base Notes

Base Notes

Only in Blackberry & Bay
Blackberry 100%
Only in Golf Red
Red Fruits 100%
Only in Blackberry & Bay
Bay Leaf 100%
Only in Blackberry & Bay
Cedar 100%
Only in Golf Red
Woody 100%

Accords

Blackberry & Bay Golf Red
100%
Fruity
100%
Lavender
88%
60%
Woody
74%
70%
Fresh Spicy
48%
Fresh
56%
20%
Sweet
55%
40%
Aromatic
52%
50%
Green
15%
Camphor
Fruity shared
100%
100%
88%
Woody shared
60%
74%
Fresh Spicy shared
70%
48%
56%
Sweet shared
20%
55%
Aromatic shared
40%
52%
50%
15%

Performance

Blackberry & Bay Golf Red
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Intimate
Projection
Intimate
Light
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Blackberry & Bay

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The crisp, tart blackberry and lively bay leaf make this ideal for spring and summer, providing a refreshing, green lift in warm weather. Its light, breezy character is less suited for winter, where it may feel too sheer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Low projection and a clean, natural vibe make it perfect for daytime, office, or casual wear. It's versatile but too transparent for formal events, and its brisk freshness works well for light outdoor or athletic use.

Golf Red

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, fruity-woody profile makes it ideal for casual wear and sports, while its moderate sillage means it won't offend in an office setting. However, its lack of depth and longevity prevents it from being suitable for formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean fruity, fresh spicy, woody

Key Differences

Similar character via different notes

Where to buy

Blackberry & Bay EDC
Golf Red EDP
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