Byredo 2020 EDP

U £££££ Acquired

Tobacco Mandarin

by Jérôme Epinette

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Byredo Tobacco Mandarin is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Jérôme Epinette. Tobacco Mandarin opens with Mandarin, Cumin, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Leather, Tobacco, and Labdanum, and dries down to a base of Frankincense. Byredo's Tobacco Mandarin carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Prepare for a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Tobacco Mandarin isn't playing subtle, it's a bold, spicy, divisive beast with a penchant for staining clothes. You'll either adore its mysterious, opulent depth or recoil from its notorious cumin note - there's no middle ground here, mate.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Tobacco Mandarin Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and significant longevity, this scent is far too potent for an office environment, potentially overwhelming those around you. However, its dark, sensual, and luxurious character makes it an excellent choice for dates and formal evening events, where its intensity can truly shine.

About

It opens with a punchy, fresh-spicy hit of cumin and coriander, brightened by a fleeting mandarin peel. This quickly gives way to a dense, smoky tobacco heart, intertwined with rich labdanum and a hint of animalic leather. The whole affair settles into a deep, resinous frankincense base, leaving a potent, complex trail that demands attention.

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