Is Perfume Parlour Dark Drink a dupe of Jo Malone London Midnight Black Tea?

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2020 Year -
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Midnight Black Tea EDP
Intriguingly composed with a soothing yet deep character, perfect for thoughtful moments.
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Our Verdict - Dark Drink EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable amber interpretation, led by Bergamot with citrus depth. As a budget interpretation it sits lighter and more linear than its designer reference, but the core signature is there.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Midnight Black Tea EDP A Dark Drink EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Midnight Black Tea EDP
Dark Drink EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 61% vs 100%
Only in Midnight Black Tea
Cardamom 38%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Midnight Black Tea Dark Drink
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Midnight Black Tea

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

With its tea and woody notes, it is best suited to cooler temperatures in spring and fall, providing warmth and comfort.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its moderate projection and soothing accords make it ideal for office wear and intimate dates, while less suitable for athletic or highly formal settings.

Dark Drink

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Best in autumn and winter - the amber, citrus profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Keep it for evening and daily - the amber accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
6%
Key Similarities

Shares 2 of its 6 notes, including Bergamot, Guaiac Wood

Key Differences

Adds amber and labdanum, drops black tea and cardamom

Where to buy

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