Bath & Body Works 2022 EDC

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Whiskey Reserve

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Bath & Body Works Whiskey Reserve is a Cologne launched in 2022. Whiskey Reserve opens with Apple, settles into a heart of Whisky, and dries down to a base of Oak. Bath & Body Works's Whiskey Reserve carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one is divisive, with some finding it a surprisingly good, masculine freshie and others calling it generic or even gross. It's a solid shout for a night out if you can get past the lack of true whisky notes, but don't expect a boozy masterpiece.
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  • Fresh
  • Masculine
  • Modern
  • Clean
  • Confident
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Whiskey Reserve Cologne bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Apple100%
Heartas listed
Whisky100%
Baseas listed
Oak100%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with a fresh, somewhat 'blue' profile, make it versatile for casual and even some office wear. However, many reviews highlight its suitability as a 'night out' or 'date night' fragrance, boosting its scores for those occasions despite not being particularly heavy.

About

Whiskey Reserve opens with a crisp, slightly tart apple note that's more fresh than purely fruity. As it settles, a clean, almost 'blue' accord emerges, reminiscent of popular mass-appealing scents, rather than a strong, authentic whisky. The dry down introduces a mild, woody oak base, rounding out a profile that leans fresh and masculine.

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