Rue Broca 2024 EDP

M £ Acquired

Hooked Pour Homme

by Imran Fazlani

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Rue Broca Hooked Pour Homme is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Imran Fazlani. Hooked Pour Homme opens with Clary Sage and Caramel, settles into a heart of Citrus, Amber, and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Tonka Bean. Rue Broca's Hooked Pour Homme carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This budget-friendly scent delivers a sweet and fresh punch, often likened to JPG Scandal Pour Homme EDT. It's a crowd-pleaser for its value and performance, though some find its linearity makes it boring quickly. Definitely a love-it-or-hate-it for some due to a 'harsh' opening.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Playful
  • Energetic
  • Warm
  • Modern
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Hooked Pour Homme Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Caramel51%
Clary Sage49%
Heartas listed
Amber40%
Citrus30%
Vanilla30%
Baseas listed
Tonka Bean64%
Vetiver36%

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:
Spring Winter
Also Works:
Fall

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its strong projection and sweet, bold accords make it less suitable for formal office settings, where it might overwhelm. It shines on dates and casual outings, offering a playful and attractive aura, aligning with reviews that highlight its seductive caramel notes and suitability for nights out or as an everyday scent.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

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

Hooked Pour Homme opens with an invigorating, albeit occasionally sharp, burst of citrus and aromatic clary sage, quickly mellowing into a seductive heart of caramel and amber. Creamy vanilla smooths the edges, while the subtle earthiness of vetiver and tonka bean provides a grounding warmth in the dry-down. It's a playful dance between fresh and sweet, with gourmet caramel taking centre stage.

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