Original Penguin 2016 EDT

M £ Statement

Premium Blend

by Harry Frémont

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Original Penguin Premium Blend is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2016, created by Harry Frémont. Premium Blend opens with Bergamot, Lime, and Mint, settles into a heart of Salt, Sea Water, Green Notes, and Violet Leaf, and dries down to a base of Driftwood, Musk, and Vetiver. Original Penguin's Premium Blend carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This budget-friendly aquatic freshie is a crowd-pleasing summer staple for many, though its fleeting performance can be a real sore point. If you want a casual, fresh burst that won't break the bank, and don't mind reapplying often, it's a solid choice.
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  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Uplifting
  • Elegant
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Premium Blend Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lime35%
Mint35%
Bergamot30%
Heartas listed
Sea Water28%
Salt22%
Violet Leaf18%
Green Notes17%
Rosemary14%
Baseas listed
Driftwood38%
Musk33%
Vetiver29%

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:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, clean profile and generally low projection make it suitable for casual wear, including the office, without being intrusive. The common complaint about poor longevity means it's best for shorter casual outings or sports where frequent reapplication is acceptable.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • 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

Premium Blend opens with a zesty, cooling splash of bergamot, lime, and peppermint, immediately invoking a fresh, invigorating sensation. As it dries, a salty marine heart emerges, blending with a touch of green violet leaf and aromatic rosemary. The scent settles into a relaxed base of soft musk and earthy driftwood, maintaining a clean, understated presence.

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