Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette vs Berlin Eau de Parfum

Opus 1870

Edt	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2005	Year	2020
££	Price Tier	£

Berlin

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

A quintessential British spicy-woody, Opus 1870 is refined yet quietly charismatic, balancing peppery freshness with smoky woods and a soft rose. Reserved, contemplative, and always dignified.

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Our Verdict - Berlin Eau de Parfum

Berlin is a pepper-laced iris surrounded by powdery warmth and subtle woods, striking a balance between modern minimalism and classic luxury. It is refined, quietly bold, and best suited to those who appreciate understated complexity.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	6%
Floral	14%	14%
Fruity	2%	3%
Green	4%	3%
Sweet	17%	6%
Warm	31%	34%
Woody	18%	23%
Earthy	9%	14%
Animalic	10%	7%
Fresh	12%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Opus 1870 EdT

Berlin EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Pepper 17% Yuzu 17% Coriander 16% Juniper 13% Cardamom 13% Pink Pepper 13% Bergamot 13%

Top Notes

Rosewood 80% Cardamom 70% Pepper 36% Sichuan Pepper 28% Pepper 20% Bergamot 16%

Heart Notes

Incense 28% Rose 26% Cinnamon 25% Orris 21%

Heart Notes

Sandalwood 80% Vetiver 65% Orris 44% Pepper 25% Lily 19% Apricot 12%

Base Notes

Cedar 20% Sandalwood 19% Musk 18% Vanilla 15% Amber 15% Leather 15%

Base Notes

Vanilla 70% Amber 65% Ambramone™ 33% Cedar 28% Birch 22% Resin 17%

Shared Notes

Pepper 16% vs 36%

Cardamom 12% vs 70%

Bergamot 12% vs 16%

Only in Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Yuzu 17% Coriander 16% Juniper 13% Pink Pepper 13%

Only in Berlin Eau de Parfum

Rosewood 80% Sichuan Pepper 28%

Shared Notes

Orris 21% vs 43%

Only in Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Incense 28% Rose 26% Cinnamon 25%

Only in Berlin Eau de Parfum

Sandalwood 80% Vetiver 65% Pepper 25% Lily 19% Apricot 12%

Shared Notes

Cedar 19% vs 27%

Vanilla 14% vs 70%

Amber 14% vs 65%

Only in Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Sandalwood 19% Musk 18% Leather 15%

Only in Berlin Eau de Parfum

Ambramone™ 33% Birch 22% Resin 17%

Accords

Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette Berlin Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

70%

Spicy

100%

90%

Fresh Spicy

70%

Warm Spicy

60%

Floral

70%

30%

Amber

55%

50%

Citrus

25%

Powdery

50%

Vanilla

50%

45%

Aromatic

Resinous

40%

30%

Smoky

20%

Balsamic

Woody shared

100%

70%

Spicy

100%

Fresh Spicy

90%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

60%

Floral

70%

Amber shared

30%

55%

Citrus

50%

Powdery shared

25%

50%

Vanilla

50%

Aromatic

45%

Resinous

40%

Smoky

30%

Balsamic

20%

Performance

Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette Berlin Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

The spicy woods and smoky incense make it ideal for cool spring and especially autumn days, while the moderate weight and citrus opening keep it wearable in winter or a fresh summer evening.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Its refined spicy-woody character is versatile and understated enough for office and formal settings, with just enough warmth and complexity for dates or casual wear. The low projection keeps it discreet, not suited for sport.

Berlin Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

Berlin's spicy-peppery opening and warm powdery iris heart suit the cool vibrance of spring and the mellow air of fall best, while its moderate richness and woody base maintain presence in winter without feeling heavy. It can work in summer, but the spice is more prominent than the freshness.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

The refined spiced floral-woody blend is sophisticated for formal occasions and creative for dates, while its boldness and character make it less ideal for sport or very casual, close-quarters settings. The moderate projection and powdery softness allow occasional office wear, but may feel too assertive for sensitive environments.