97 community ratings

Vétiver Bourbon

Perfumer: Marc-Antoine Corticchiato

2022MenClassic

8.0/ 10

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Parfum d'Empire Vétiver Bourbon is a fresh, earthy men's fragrance built around La Réunion vetiver and orris root.

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How does it perform?

From 78 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

7.8 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage

6.9 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle

7.5 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money

7.2 /10

Most people feel it is worth the price.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

89% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Ambrette seed

La Réunion vetiver

Angelica root

Madagascan clove

Orris root

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Green
Spicy
Woody
Powdery
Earthy
Smoky

What does Vétiver Bourbon smell like?

The vetiver carries the green, smoky side, while orris root adds a powdery softness. Madagascan clove brings a spicy warmth, and angelica root and ambrette seed add a woody, slightly earthy depth. The overall impression is dry, green and composed.

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer and winter are not far behind. It leans towards leisure and work settings. Its masculine character dominates, with a classic feel too. Hiram Green Vetiver and Slumberhouse Grev have a close profile.