Epic Man
AmouageEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Epic Man vs. Source Joyeuse No2
Is Epic Man better than Source Joyeuse No2?
Epic Man rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
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This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Epic Man and Source Joyeuse No2?
| Epic Man | Source Joyeuse No2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | — |
| Launched | 2009 | 2017 |
| Gender | Male | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Randa Hammami | Vincent Ricord |
| Best season | Winter | Spring |
Scent DNA
How do Epic Man and Source Joyeuse No2 smell?
Epic Man
Amber
Fresh Spicy
Warm Spicy
Woody
Smoky
Leather
Aromatic
Balsamic
Source Joyeuse No2
Aromatic
White Floral
Fresh Spicy
Anis
Citrus
Soft Spicy
Powdery
Musky
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Epic Man and Source Joyeuse No2 share?
Top
CardamomMyrtleNutmegPink PepperCuminSaffron
BasilHerbaceous NotesStar AniseTarragon
Heart
MyrrhGeranium
HoneysuckleJasmineGinger Flower
Base
FrankincenseLeatherCastoreumCedarwoodAgarwood (Oud)MuskPatchouliSandalwood
Ambergris
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Epic Man or Source Joyeuse No2?
| Epic Man | Source Joyeuse No2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 2-4 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Epic Man and Source Joyeuse No2?
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
The star anise and basil opening is a statement, herbal, almost sharp, like crushing herbs between your fingers. Some people find it too much. The ones who stay?Source Joyeuse No2
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