Marc Jacobs 2011 EDC

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Cocktail Splash Ginger

by Yann Vasnier

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Marc Jacobs Cocktail Splash Ginger is a Cologne launched in 2011, created by Yann Vasnier. Cocktail Splash Ginger opens with Cognac, Ginger, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Rhubarb, Passion Flower, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Musk and Sandalwood. Marc Jacobs's Cocktail Splash Ginger carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a true ginger bomb- not for the faint-hearted. It's a fresh, spicy, and invigorating scent that's loved for its simplicity and bright character. Just don't expect it to hang around all day.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Clean
  • Playful
  • Gourmand
Cocktail Splash Ginger Cologne 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:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for office wear, but its short longevity means it's best for casual, hot-weather refreshers or even post-gym spritzing rather than formal events or dates. Reviewers often mention its suitability for summer and as a 'splash' format.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Exploding with a zesty, almost peppery ginger kick, Cocktail Splash Ginger opens with a boozy splash of cognac and a hint of fresh coriander. As it settles, the tartness of rhubarb and a whisper of passion flower emerge, creating an invigorating, juicy heart. The dry-down is subtle, with a clean musk and a touch of creamy sandalwood, keeping the focus firmly on that glorious ginger all the way through.

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