Best bergamot colognes for men
Bergamot is a bright, slightly bitter citrus that opens many fragrances. It feels fresh and clean and is the signature of colognes and many modern designer scents. Below are the 20 best-rated bergamot fragrances for men (including unisex) on MaxParfum, ranked by community rating and popularity, with a cheaper dupe where one exists.
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#1
Roja Dove
Amber Aoud Absolue Precieux
Citrus, Rose, Patchouli
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Gold Oudh Absolute Precious -
#2
Dolce & Gabbana
The One Luminous Night
Amber, Fresh Spicy, Sweet
Cheaper alternative: Fragrance World Lumiere Garcon +1 more -
#3
Louis Vuitton
Imagination
Citrus, Amber, Fresh
Cheaper alternative: Ard Al Zaafaran Saheb Intense +7 more -
#4
Clive Christian
Blonde Amber
Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody
Cheaper alternative: La Ree Fragrances Golden Amber +5 more -
#5
Armani
Stronger With You Absolutely
Vanilla, Wood, Balsamic
Cheaper alternative: RIIFFS Wonder Of You +2 more -
#6
Issey Miyake
Nuit d'Issey Polaris
Woody, Fresh Spicy, Amber
Cheaper alternative: Lattafa Qaa'ed -
#7
Bond No. 9
Andy Warhol
Woody, Fruity, Amber
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances FAME 15 -
#8
Xerjoff
XJ 1861 Naxos
Sweet, Vanilla, Honey
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances 1981X -
#9
Parfums de Marly
Layton
Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Fresh Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Al Haramain Detour Noir +9 more -
#10
Jean Paul Gaultier
Ultra Male
Vanilla, Fruity, Sweet
Cheaper alternative: Afnull 9PM +5 more -
#11
Amouage
Interlude 53 Man
Amber, Smoky, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Paris Corner Killer Oud +6 more -
#12
Guerlain
L'Homme Ideal Platine Prive
Citrus, Almond, Fresh Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances His Ideal: Private Platinum -
#13
Bond No. 9
Lafayette Street
Amber, Vanilla, Aromatic
Cheaper alternative: Maison Alhambra Luxe Street -
#14
Chanel
Bleu de Chanel Eau de Parfum
Citrus, Amber, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Fragrance World Canale Di Blue Parfum Intense -
#15
Armani
Acqua di Gio Profumo
Aromatic, Marine, Fresh Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Arabiyat Prestige Raees Luxury Edition -
#16
Parfums de Marly
Althair
Sweet, Vanilla, Warm Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Ainash Parfums Athan +6 more -
#17
Roja Dove
Danger Pour Homme
Woody, Aromatic, Lavender
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Danger Zone -
#18
Roja Dove
Oligarch
Citrus, Aromatic, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Nobility -
#19
Zadig Voltaire
Tome 1 La Purete 2017
Woody, Patchouli, Citrus
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Volume 01 The Purity -
#20
Louis Vuitton
Afternoon Swim
Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Amber
Cheaper alternative: La Ree Fragrances Pool Day +2 more
Bergamot fragrance FAQs
What is the best bergamot cologne for men?
Based on community ratings, the top picks are Roja Dove Amber Aoud Absolue Precieux, Dolce & Gabbana The One Luminous Night and Louis Vuitton Imagination. All 20 on this list are well-known fragrances with bergamot in their notes.
What does bergamot smell like in perfume?
Bergamot is a bright, slightly bitter citrus that opens many fragrances. It feels fresh and clean and is the signature of colognes and many modern designer scents.
Are there cheaper alternatives to these bergamot fragrances?
Yes. 20 of these have known dupes on MaxParfum, for example Dua Fragrances Gold Oudh Absolute Precious (a dupe of Amber Aoud Absolue Precieux), Fragrance World Lumiere Garcon (a dupe of The One Luminous Night) and Ard Al Zaafaran Saheb Intense (a dupe of Imagination).
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