Viking Eau de Parfum bottle Viking
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2017 Year 2022
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Viking Eau de Parfum
Viking is a bold, spicy-fresh statement for the modern classicist. Its punchy mint, pepper and citrus opening signals confidence, while the drydown balances woods and florals with Creed's signature refinement.
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Our Verdict - Sceptre Malachite Eau de Parfum
A truly impressive, juicy 'mango' fragrance that punches well above its price point. It's a sweet, fresh, and tropical crowd-pleaser, perfect for making a statement without breaking the bank.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 20%
Floral 17% 13%
Fruity 2% 11%
Green 11% 13%
Sweet 16% 14%
Warm 16% 15%
Woody 16% 15%
Earthy 9% 9%
Animalic 7% 9%
Fresh 20% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Viking EdP
Sceptre Malachite EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 17% vs 33%
Shared Notes
Lavender 19% vs 17%
Jasmine 14% vs 18%
Only in Sceptre Malachite Eau de Parfum
Herbal 28% Spicy 19% Pink Pepper 18%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 28% vs 21%
Musk 24% vs 26%
Only in Viking Eau de Parfum
Cedar 24% Tonka Bean 23%
Only in Sceptre Malachite Eau de Parfum
Amber 29% Woody 24%

Accords

Viking Eau de Parfum Sceptre Malachite Eau de Parfum
100%
Fresh Spicy
52%
75%
Citrus
100%
85%
Aromatic
77%
70%
Woody
61%
60%
Green
47%
Fruity
54%
35%
Musky
51%
Amber
51%
50%
Soft Spicy
50%
Floral
45%
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
52%
Citrus shared
75%
100%
Aromatic shared
85%
77%
Woody shared
70%
61%
Green shared
60%
47%
54%
Musky shared
35%
51%
51%
Soft Spicy shared
50%
50%
45%

Performance

Viking Eau de Parfum Sceptre Malachite Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Viking Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Viking's fresh spicy-citrus opening and aromatic heart are ideal for spring and autumn, with enough warmth and spice for early fall. Less suited to winter due to its fresher profile and moderate projection.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its refined freshness and moderate sillage make it versatile for office and casual wear. The spicy aromatic signature allows for smart-casual or even semi-formal settings, but it is too dressed up for sport and not bold enough for black tie.

Sceptre Malachite Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport

Its vibrant, fruity-fresh profile and strong sillage make it ideal for casual wear, dates, and even the gym where you want to turn heads. It might be a bit too energetic and sweet for formal events or a quiet office setting.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
88%
Accord
85%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Woody accords and Vetiver, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Viking Eau de Parfum
Sceptre Malachite Eau de Parfum
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