Penhaligon's 1902 Edt

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Blenheim Bouquet

by Walter Penhaligon

Penhaligon's Blenheim Bouquet is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1902, created by Walter Penhaligon. The fragrance opens with Lime and Lemon, settles into a heart of Pine, Pepper, and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Musk.

Our verdict on Blenheim Bouquet: Favourite

A timeless British cologne built around electrifying citrus and pine, Blenheim Bouquet is crisp, refined, and invigorating, but subtle in projection and longevity. Still a gold standard for classic masculine freshness.
  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Clean
Blenheim Bouquet Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 28%
Floral 6%
Fruity 2%
Green 10%
Sweet 5%
Warm 13%
Woody 12%
Earthy 2%
Animalic 25%
Fresh 34%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
100%
Fresh
85%
Spicy
70%
Green
55%
Woody
50%

Notes

Top Notes

Lime 51% Lemon 49%

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Light

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

Its bracing citrus and pine freshness shine in spring and summer, feeling crisp and uplifting in mild to warm weather. The lightness struggles in cold months, where it can feel too sheer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Refined but understated projection makes it ideal for casual and office wear, where it will not overpower. Its classic British character works for daytime dates but lacks the weight for truly formal events.

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About

Blenheim Bouquet opens with a rush of zesty lime and lemon, sharpened by aromatic pine and a peppery edge. The heart remains brisk and green, with a dry, slightly soapy lavender lending polite restraint. Musk in the base keeps things airy and clean, letting the citrus and woods take center stage. This is a crisp, invigorating fragrance with a heritage feel, tailored for those who appreciate subtlety and tradition over projection and sweetness.