Quercus Eau de Cologne bottle Quercus
Cologne Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1996 Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££
Hesperia Eau de Parfum bottle Hesperia

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Quercus Eau de Cologne
A sparkling rush of citrus and green, Quercus is the ultimate crisp-shirt cologne: refined, discreet, and effortlessly uplifting. The longevity is modest, but the clarity and British charm are unmatched.
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Our Verdict - Hesperia Eau de Parfum
Hesperia is a shining beacon in the citrus category - bright, green, and nuanced enough to charm even the citrus-averse. It's got that niche quality without the fuss, effortlessly moving from lazy weekend to evening out, bridging the seasonal gap with unexpected warmth.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 28% 30%
Floral 21% 23%
Fruity 3% 1%
Green 15% 16%
Sweet 13% 14%
Warm 11% 13%
Woody 8% 6%
Earthy 8% 7%
Animalic 8% 6%
Fresh 25% 20%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Quercus Cologne
Hesperia EdP

Notes

Accords

Quercus Eau de Cologne Hesperia Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
100%
60%
White Floral
69%
50%
Aromatic
47%
50%
Green
30%
Woody
49%
40%
Fresh
47%
30%
Mossy
Citrus shared
100%
100%
White Floral shared
60%
69%
Aromatic shared
50%
47%
50%
Woody shared
30%
49%
Fresh shared
40%
47%
30%

Performance

Quercus Eau de Cologne Hesperia Eau de Parfum
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Quercus Eau de Cologne

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Brilliantly fresh citrus and green notes make Quercus ideal for spring and summer, where its clean effervescence shines. Its light airy character fades quickly in cold weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Discreet projection and a crisp, uplifting profile make this perfect for office and casual daytime. Its non-intrusive sillage suits sport and active settings, while lacking the gravitas for formal evening.

Hesperia Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its fresh, clean citrus and white floral profile makes it suitable for most occasions, especially casual and sport. While some reviews note subtlety, its 'good longevity' allows it to span from office to a smart casual date without being overpowering.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
75%
Accord
91%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, White Floral, Woody accords and Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Quercus Eau de Cologne
Hesperia Eau de Parfum
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