Re-charge Black Pepper Eau de Parfum bottle Re-charge Black Pepper
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U Gender U
2019 Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££
Spicebomb Eau de Toilette bottle Spicebomb

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Re-charge Black Pepper Eau de Parfum
A fresh yet assertive pepper bomb with aromatic and woody depth, this is a modern, office-friendly signature for those who want to stand out with subtle confidence rather than sweetness.
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Our Verdict - Spicebomb Eau de Toilette
A warm, spicy explosion that's a crowd-pleaser for a reason. While its many flankers might vex some, the original Spicebomb is a reliably potent, compliment-getting winter warmer that'll stand strong in any smoky bar.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 14%
Floral 6% 3%
Fruity 2% 4%
Green 14% 8%
Sweet 5% 12%
Warm 31% 37%
Woody 18% 12%
Earthy 18% 14%
Animalic 8% 13%
Fresh 16% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
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Spicebomb EdT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 23% vs 22%
Only in Re-charge Black Pepper Eau de Parfum
Lavender 29% Coriander 25% Cardamom 22%
Only in Spicebomb Eau de Toilette
Elemi 32% Pink Pepper 25% Grapefruit 21%
Shared Notes
Pimiento 25% vs 23%
Only in Re-charge Black Pepper Eau de Parfum
Pepper 26% Pink Pepper 26% Amber 22%
Only in Spicebomb Eau de Toilette
Cinnamon 46% Saffron 30%
Shared Notes
Leather 24% vs 33%
Vetiver 22% vs 29%
Only in Re-charge Black Pepper Eau de Parfum
Oakmoss 27% Cedar 25%
Only in Spicebomb Eau de Toilette
Tobacco 37%

Accords

Re-charge Black Pepper Eau de Parfum Spicebomb Eau de Toilette
80%
Warm Spicy
100%
95%
Fresh Spicy
52%
70%
Aromatic
82%
Citrus
75%
Cinnamon
69%
45%
Leather
67%
Tobacco
67%
60%
Woody
48%
Sweet
51%
40%
Mossy
35%
Earthy
Warm Spicy shared
80%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
95%
52%
Aromatic shared
70%
82%
75%
69%
Leather shared
45%
67%
67%
Woody shared
60%
48%
51%
40%
35%

Performance

Re-charge Black Pepper Eau de Parfum Spicebomb Eau de Toilette
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Re-charge Black Pepper Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Its lively pepper and aromatic top notes work well in spring and fall when temperatures are mild, while the spicy warmth and woody base provide a cozy backbone for winter wear. The lack of sweetness and heavy resins makes it less ideal for the hottest summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Moderate projection and a fresh spicy character make it versatile for office and casual wear, while the clean, dry pepper and woody notes feel smart for day-to-night. Its assertive spiciness is less suited to sporty or highly formal black tie occasions.

Spicebomb Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its potent projection and warm, spicy accords make it less suitable for the office. However, it's a stellar choice for dates and evening casual wear, as its seductive nature is often noted by wearers for bars and intimate settings. It leans too casual for formal events and is entirely unsuitable for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
86%
Accord
68%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Leather accords and Pink Pepper, Leather notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

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