Hermessence Ambre Narguile Eau de Parfum vs Tabac Rouge Eau de Parfum

Hermessence Ambre Narguile

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U	Gender	U
2004	Year	2013
££££	Price Tier	££

Tabac Rouge

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Hermessence Ambre Narguile Eau de Parfum

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.

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Our Verdict - Tabac Rouge Eau de Parfum

If you're after a warm, spiced honey tobacco without the hefty Tom Ford price tag, this is your jam. It's an absolute powerhouse for longevity and projection, though some find it a bit much for everyday wear.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	3%
Floral	7%	7%
Fruity	2%	0%
Green	1%	0%
Sweet	50%	42%
Warm	31%	40%
Woody	4%	4%
Earthy	8%	2%
Animalic	9%	13%
Fresh	0%	7%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Hermessence Ambre Narguile EdP

Tabac Rouge EdP

Notes

Heart Notes

Cinnamon 11% Honey 11% Rum 9% Caramel 8% Tonka Bean 8% Vanilla 8% Benzoin 8% Tobacco 7% Labdanum 7% Coumarin 7% Sesame 6% Musk 6% Orchid 6%

Heart Notes

Honey 23% Cinnamon 20% Benzoin 17% Ginger 16% Powdery 13% Musk 12%

Shared Notes

Cinnamon 11% vs 19%

Honey 10% vs 23%

Benzoin 7% vs 16%

Musk 5% vs 11%

Only in Hermessence Ambre Narguile Eau de Parfum

Rum 9% Caramel 8% Tonka Bean 8% Vanilla 8% Tobacco 7% Labdanum 7% Coumarin 7% Sesame 6% Orchid 6%

Only in Tabac Rouge Eau de Parfum

Ginger 16% Powdery 13%

Accords

Hermessence Ambre Narguile Eau de Parfum Tabac Rouge Eau de Parfum

100%

Sweet

67%

75%

Honey

100%

96%

Warm Spicy

92%

86%

Vanilla

79%

Cinnamon

83%

77%

Amber

70%

Powdery

62%

58%

Rum

Fresh Spicy

57%

56%

Caramel

52%

Woody

52%

Balsamic

Floral

51%

Fresh

47%

Musky

45%

Sweet shared

100%

67%

Honey shared

75%

100%

Warm Spicy shared

96%

92%

Vanilla

86%

Cinnamon shared

79%

83%

Amber shared

77%

70%

Powdery

62%

Rum

58%

Fresh Spicy

57%

Caramel

56%

Woody

52%

Balsamic

52%

Floral

51%

Fresh

47%

Musky

45%

Performance

Hermessence Ambre Narguile Eau de Parfum Tabac Rouge Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Hermessence Ambre Narguile Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

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.

Tabac Rouge 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 exceptional longevity and significant projection make it less suitable for office environments, where it might overwhelm. Tabac Rouge truly shines on a date or formal evening out, with its warm, sensual, and sophisticated accords, and is a strong contender for autumn and winter casual wear.