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    Al Basel vs. Colonia Quercia

    Very similar
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    Colonia Quercia wears longer on skin, while Al Basel projects louder.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Al Basel vs. Colonia Quercia
    Al BaselColonia Quercia
    ConcentrationEDPCologne
    Launched20142016
    GenderMaleMale
    Best seasonFallSpring

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Al Basel

    Sweet
    Warm Spicy
    Amber
    Aromatic
    Patchouli
    Citrus
    Balsamic
    Woody

    Colonia Quercia

    Citrus
    Aromatic
    Woody
    Fresh Spicy
    Mossy
    Warm Spicy
    Earthy
    Rose

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    LemonSage
    BergamotLemonPink PepperPetitgrain
    Heart
    PralineTolu BalsamBlack cardamomCinnamon
    CedarwoodCardamomGeranium
    Base
    PatchouliLeatherRosewoodBlack Amber
    OakmossTonka BeanPatchouli

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Al Basel vs. Colonia Quercia
    Al BaselColonia Quercia
    Score3.5/53.5/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongmoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Swiss Arabian built a fragrance that earns its confidence. The leather drydown is not subtle, but it does not need to be. The base notes of leather, patchouli, black amber.Al Basel
    Oakmoss takes center stage here, not hiding in the background. Tonka and patchouli keep the composition warm and grounded. The oakmoss presence is front and center, given room to express itself fully.Colonia Quercia