Cuba Paris 1992 EDT

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Cuba Gold

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Cuba Paris Cuba Gold is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1992. Cuba Gold opens with Grapefruit and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Vetiver and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Cuba Paris's Cuba Gold carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Divisive, cheap, and undeniably iconic. Cuba Gold is the OG Le Male alternative, a love-it-or-hate-it scent that punches way above its price tag. Some find it a synthetic scrubber, others a sexy, compliment-getting marvel. Take the plunge if you dare, just don't expect miracles on longevity.
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  • Confident
  • Sensual
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Masculine
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Cuba Gold Eau de Toilette 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
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
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

The comforting, sweet lavender-vanilla profile makes it suitable for casual wear and dates, but its often-cited lack of longevity means it's best for shorter outings. While some find it office-appropriate, others note its potential for being overpowering or too informal for formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Cuba Gold opens with a fizz of grapefruit and a hint of pink pepper, quickly giving way to a dominant, clean lavender. As it settles, a sweet, powdery vanilla and tonka bean creaminess emerges, grounded by a subtly woody and earthy vetiver. The overall effect is a warm, aromatic blend with a soft, inviting finish.

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