Epic Man
AmouageEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Epic Man vs. Ottoman Empire IV
Is Epic Man better than Ottoman Empire IV?
Ottoman Empire IV rates higher with the community.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Shared notes
CardamomCedarwoodNutmegSaffron
amberwarm spicywoodyaromaticoud
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The essentials
What's different between Epic Man and Ottoman Empire IV?
| Epic Man | Ottoman Empire IV | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Parfum Extrait |
| Launched | 2009 | 2023 |
| Gender | Male | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Randa Hammami | Russian Adam |
| Best season | Winter | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Epic Man and Ottoman Empire IV smell?
Epic Man
Amber
Fresh Spicy
Warm Spicy
Woody
Smoky
Leather
Aromatic
Balsamic
Ottoman Empire IV
Warm Spicy
Floral
Rose
Oud
Tropical
Earthy
Amber
Mossy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Epic Man and Ottoman Empire IV share?
Top
CardamomMyrtleNutmegPink PepperCuminSaffron
RoseChiliCardamom
Heart
MyrrhGeranium
OudFrangipaniSaffronVetiverCinnamonNutmeg
Base
FrankincenseLeatherCastoreumCedarwoodAgarwood (Oud)MuskPatchouliSandalwood
OakmossAmberCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Spicy Notes
CardamomNutmegPink PepperCuminSaffron
ChiliCardamomSaffronCinnamonNutmeg
Woody Notes
CedarwoodAgarwood (Oud)Sandalwood
OudCedarwood
Floral Notes
Geranium
RoseFrangipani
Where they fit
When and where do Epic Man and Ottoman Empire IV work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Epic Man or Ottoman Empire IV?
| Epic Man | Ottoman Empire IV | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Epic Man and Ottoman Empire IV?
Epic Man is not subtle. This is a fragrance that announces itself, and the frankincense upfront is unmissable. If you want something for the boardroom, look elsewhere.Epic Man
This isn't a crowd-pleaser, it's a statement. The oud doesn't whisper; it arrives and stays. But if you've been looking for an oriental that pulls no punches.Ottoman Empire IV
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