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Insurrection II Wild Eau de Parfum bottle Insurrection II Wild EDP
EDP Concentration EDC
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2013 Year 2016
£ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Insurrection II Wild EDP
This budget tobacco-honey powerhouse is a divisive but ultimately beloved fragrance, often needing some 'maceration' time to truly shine. For the price, it's a no-brainer if you're into warm, sweet tobacco.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Oolong Tea EDC
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.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Insurrection II Wild EDP
Oolong Tea EDC

Notes

Only in Insurrection II Wild
Honey 50% Tobacco 50%
Shared Notes
Cacao Pod 20% vs 25%
Only in Oolong Tea
Tonka Bean 100%

Accords

Insurrection II Wild Oolong Tea
100%
Sweet
100%
84%
Vanilla
58%
80%
Tobacco
67%
78%
Honey
79%
Green
71%
68%
Warm Spicy
58%
52%
Cacao
64%
Herbal
55%
Amber
50%
47%
Woody
44%
Floral
Sweet shared
100%
100%
Vanilla shared
84%
58%
Tobacco shared
80%
67%
Honey shared
78%
79%
71%
Warm Spicy shared
68%
58%
Cacao shared
52%
64%
55%
50%
47%
44%

Performance

Insurrection II Wild Oolong Tea
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Insurrection II Wild

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its strong projection and rich, sweet tobacco character make it less suitable for office wear but ideal for dates and casual evenings. While some find it too sweet for formal events, its perceived luxury and warmth from honey and vanilla can certainly dress it up for special occasions.

Oolong Tea

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

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.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
69%
Key Similarities

Both lean sweet, vanilla, tobacco

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Insurrection II Wild EDP
Oolong Tea EDC
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