Hermessence Ambre Narguile
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2004 | Year | 2022 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Vanilla Club
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Which Should You Buy?
The one that started it all. Forget the knock-offs, Hermès Ambre Narguile is the OG apple pie gourmand, a masterpiece that manages to be both rich and refined. It's often copied, but never truly equalled.
This one's a divisive beast, eliciting both adoration and outright repulsion. If you're after a budget-friendly alternative to a certain iconic tobacco-vanilla, you might just find your new obsession, but be warned, some find it utterly sickening.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 7% | 3% |
| Fruity | 2% | 6% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 50% | 53% |
| Warm | 31% | 33% |
| Woody | 4% | 5% |
| Earthy | 8% | 11% |
| Animalic | 9% | 5% |
| Fresh | 0% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its rich, gourmand character and warm spice profile make it ideal for dates and formal events, though its performance can be a bit understated for an EDT according to some. While comforting enough for casual wear, its luxurious nature might be a bit much for the office or sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it unsuitable for most office environments, but it shines on dates and formal occasions. The cozy, warm accords also make it a fine choice for casual evenings, though definitely not for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Warm Spicy accords and Labdanum, Honey notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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