1881 Acqua Forte
Perfumer: Olivier Cresp
76 ratings
From your scent profile
Cerruti 1881 Acqua Forte is a fresh men's fragrance that opens on cardamom and yuzu and turns green with basil; it has been discontinued.
Skunky's take: Starts crisp and lively, my nose approves.
How does it perform?
From 73 community ratings, all out of 10.
Keeps you company for a few hours, a quick refresh fits nicely.
Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.
Sits nicely on a shelf.
Most people feel it is worth the price.
Blind buy risk
70% of votes are positive, the rest are more reserved.
Notes
They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.
Heart notesfirst few hours
Base noteswhat stays into the evening
Accords
From most dominant to most subtle.
- Fresh
- Citrus
- Aquatic
- Green
- Fruity
- Sweet
- Synthetic
- Spicy
Fresh
Citrus
Aquatic
Green
Fruity
Sweet
Synthetic
SpicyWhat does 1881 Acqua Forte smell like?
Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and it is chosen for leisure, daily wear and the office. Most voters read it as masculine.
Citrus and aquatic accords lead, giving a fresh, green impression. Cardamom adds a spicy edge, while yuzu brings a light, fruity sweetness. Basil and Cascalone® sit in the heart, and cashmere wood and Brazilian rosewood close it with a soft woodiness. Puma Animagical Man and Hugo Boss Hugo Urban Journey have a close profile.
How it changes through the day
First minutes
- Cardamom
- Yuzu
First hours
- Basil
- Cascalone®
Towards evening
- Cashmere wood
- Brazilian rosewood
When to wear it?
Seasons and occasions, by user votes.
- 46%Summer
- 39%Spring
- 10%Autumn
- 6%Winter
Summer
Spring
Autumn
Winter- Casual29%
- Daytime27%
- Office25%
- Sport13%
Smells like this
The closest scents by notes and accords.
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52% matchL'Eau Kenzo Electric Wave pour Homme
Kenzo · 2016
50% matchHugo Urban Journey
Hugo Boss · 2018
48% matchGolden Yuzu
Novellista · 2026
46% matchL'Homme Le Parfum
Yves Saint Laurent · 2020
45% matchA*Men Pure Shot / Pure Energy
Mugler · 2012
45% matchSplash
Joop! · 2011
44% matchHigher (Eau de Toilette)
Dior · 2001
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Last updated: October 26, 2026