Is Perfume Parlour Chinese Drink a dupe of Jo Malone London Oolong Tea?
Oolong Tea EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2016 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Chinese Drink EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
This one is a real head-scratcher and a classic case of Jo Malone's limited editions causing a fuss. It's a gorgeous, comforting honeyed gourmand for those who get it, but many found it too fleeting and subtle to justify the price or even detect the tea. If you find a good batch, you're in for a treat; otherwise, don't say we didn't warn you about the performance roulette.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Oolong Tea (JM). Built around Cacao Pod, Hay, Honey, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Oolong Tea (JM).
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally soft nature make it suitable for casual wear and dates, offering a comforting aura. While some found it too light for formal settings, its elegance keeps it from being completely out of place. The inconsistent performance means it's less ideal for office environments where you need reliable longevity and silage.
Seasons
Reach for it across autumn and winter, where the sweet signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.
Occasions
This one suits evening and daily settings; the easy, cosy character keeps it versatile for formal rotation too.
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.
Every one of its 5 notes is in the original, including Cacao Pod, Hay, Tobacco
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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