Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive) Eau de Parfum bottle Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive)
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2021 Year 2022
££ Price Tier ££
Montabaco Cuba Eau de Parfum bottle Montabaco Cuba

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive)
A refined twist on a familiar classic, Montabaco Flor offers a fresher, more mass-appealing version of the original. Expect an invigorating blend that's both sophisticated and versatile, a true crowd-pleaser that elevates the Montabaco DNA.
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Our Verdict - Montabaco Cuba
A fresh, fruity twist on the original Montabaco that's a crowd-pleaser for some, yet leaves others scratching their heads over its 'Cuban' identity and lack of prominent tobacco. Its limited edition status adds to its appeal for collectors.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 16%
Floral 24% 19%
Fruity 3% 3%
Green 13% 11%
Sweet 16% 19%
Warm 11% 7%
Woody 13% 19%
Earthy 7% 7%
Animalic 11% 9%
Fresh 19% 18%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive) EdP
Montabaco Cuba EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 25% vs 19%
Orange 21% vs 22%
Juniper 19% vs 23%
Only in Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive)
Cardamom 17% Clary Sage 17%
Only in Montabaco Cuba
Freesia 21% Mandarin 13%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 16% vs 26%
Tea 13% vs 25%
Only in Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive)
Rose 14% Freesia 14% Violet 14% Ylang-Ylang 14% Water Lily 13%
Only in Montabaco Cuba
Woody 26% Magnolia 22%
Shared Notes
Tobacco 18% vs 19%
Suede 18% vs 13%
Iso E Super 14% vs 13%
Ambergris 14% vs 14%
Sandalwood 14% vs 11%
Tonka Bean 9% vs 17%
Only in Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive)
Oakmoss 10%
Only in Montabaco Cuba
Vanilla 10%

Accords

Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive) Montabaco Cuba
100%
Woody
100%
97%
Floral
82%
84%
Citrus
87%
65%
Aromatic
76%
75%
Powdery
72%
Amber
73%
72%
Tobacco
64%
69%
Musky
68%
Sweet
67%
65%
White Floral
58%
Vanilla
51%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Floral shared
97%
82%
Citrus shared
84%
87%
Aromatic shared
65%
76%
75%
Amber shared
72%
73%
Tobacco shared
72%
64%
69%
Sweet shared
68%
67%
White Floral shared
65%
58%
51%

Performance

Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive) Montabaco Cuba
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive)

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its versatile and clean profile, coupled with strong performance, makes it suitable for office wear without being intrusive, and perfect for dates or sophisticated casual outings. While refined enough for formal events, it's not ideal for active sports due to its depth and sillage.

Montabaco Cuba

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Given its fresh, easy-going nature and moderate projection, this fragrance is highly versatile for daily wear, suitable for the office or casual outings. While it has an air of sophistication that works for dates, its limited sillage makes it less ideal for formal events where a more commanding presence is desired.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
96%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
94%
Accord
84%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Floral, Citrus accords and Tea, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Montabaco Flor (Fortnum & Mason Exclusive)
Montabaco Cuba
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