87%
Very Similar
The Blend Bourbon
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2019 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Durban
ScentArt
A
The Blend Bourbon
B
Durban
Which Should You Buy?
Our Verdict - The Blend Bourbon Eau de Parfum
This one's a crowd-pleaser, a proper date-night stunner that’ll have everyone asking what you're wearing. Ignore the odd grumble about a plasticky note; the sillage is pure magic people are willing to fork out for.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Durban Eau de Parfum
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Carolina Herrera Bad Boy (2019) - white pepper, cinnamon and tonka bean translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 17% | 25% |
| Floral | 6% | 15% |
| Fruity | 4% | 15% |
| Green | 4% | 15% |
| Sweet | 19% | 70% |
| Warm | 30% | 85% |
| Woody | 22% | 45% |
| Earthy | 8% | 20% |
| Animalic | 1% | 15% |
| Fresh | 14% | 40% |
Mood
Mood
Energising
Calming
Character
Playful
Serious
Sentiment
Uplifting
Brooding
The Blend Bourbon
EdP
Durban
EdP
Notes
The Blend Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Durban Eau de Parfum
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
Cinnamon
13%
vs
56%
Juniper
8%
vs
44%
Only in The Blend Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Vanilla
13%
Clove
13%
Pepper
12%
Nutmeg
12%
Lavender
10%
Cedar
10%
Rainwater
8%
Shared Notes
Amber
17%
vs
26%
Only in The Blend Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Vanilla
23%
Sandalwood
16%
Woody
16%
Guaiac Wood
15%
Vetiver
13%
Accords
The Blend Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Durban Eau de Parfum
Performance
The Blend Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Durban Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Season and Occasion Fit
The Blend Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Seasons
Best For:
Autumn
Winter
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Best For:
Date
Formal
Also Works:
Casual
Its strong projection and warm, spicy accords make it less suitable for the office but absolutely perfect for dates and evening events. Reviews consistently highlight its sensual appeal for romantic encounters.
Durban Eau de Parfum
Seasons
Best For:
Autumn
Winter
Also Works:
Spring
Summer
Tonka-cacao-pepper natural autumn-winter fit.
Occasions
Best For:
Date
Casual
Formal
Also Works:
Office
Date, casual evening, restrained office.
Similarity Breakdown
Overall
87%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
85%
Accord
78%
Key Similarities
Both share Warm Spicy, Sweet, Amber accords and Pepper, Bergamot notes
Key Differences
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
The Blend Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Durban Eau de Parfum
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