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    Vetiver Bourbon vs. Encre Noire

    Moderately similar
    New comparison

    Encre Noire wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Vetiver Bourbon vs. Encre Noire
    Vetiver BourbonEncre Noire
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20052006
    GenderMaleMale
    PerfumerLyn HarrisNathalie Lorson
    Best seasonFall—

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Vetiver Bourbon

    Earthy
    Woody
    Mossy
    Aromatic
    Patchouli

    Encre Noire

    Woody
    Aromatic
    Musky
    Earthy
    Fresh Spicy
    Smoky
    Green
    Spicy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Fresh note
    CypressVetiveryl acetate
    Heart
    VetiverOakmossPatchouli
    VetiverHaitian vetiver
    Base
    AmbergrisMusk
    Cashmere WoodCashmeranMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Vetiver Bourbon vs. Encre Noire
    Vetiver BourbonEncre Noire
    Score3.5/53.5/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Vetiver as a standalone declaration rather than a supporting note. That intense, almost mineral-woody opening isn't trying to win everyone over. It's for the person who wants the earth itself.Vetiver Bourbon
    This is the fragrance for someone who wants vetiver and nothing else. No florals to soften it, no sweetness to apologize for. Just the dry, earthy depth of roots and bark.Encre Noire

    The hunt

    Best price, size by size

    Best price by size: Vetiver Bourbon vs. Encre Noire
    Vetiver BourbonEncre Noire
    1.7 oz—$23.09fragrancenet
    3.4 oz—$27.99fragrancenet

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