Fragrance guide · 20 picks

Best citrus colognes for men

Citrus notes (lemon, grapefruit, mandarin, orange, yuzu) are fresh and energising. They open a fragrance and are ideal for hot weather and daytime wear. Below are the 20 best-rated citrus 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 2012 · Unisex · ★ 4.67 Citrus, Rose, Patchouli
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Gold Oudh Absolute Precious
#2 Louis Vuitton Imagination 2021 · Men · ★ 4.55 Citrus, Amber, Fresh
Cheaper alternative: Ard Al Zaafaran Saheb Intense +7 more
#3 Xerjoff Torino21 2021 · Unisex · ★ 4.53 Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Green
Cheaper alternative: Paris Corner Emir Voux Zingy +1 more
#4 Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill 2023 · Unisex · ★ 4.46 Citrus, Fruity, Aromatic
Cheaper alternative: French Avenue Pinnace White +4 more
#5 Bvlgari Tygar 2016 · Men · ★ 4.45 Citrus, Amber, Musky
Cheaper alternative: Afnull Turathi Blue +9 more
#6 Guerlain L'Homme Ideal Platine Prive 2023 · Men · ★ 4.43 Citrus, Almond, Fresh Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances His Ideal: Private Platinum
#7 Chanel Bleu de Chanel Eau de Parfum 2014 · Men · ★ 4.42 Citrus, Amber, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Fragrance World Canale Di Blue Parfum Intense
#8 Roja Dove Oligarch 2016 · Men · ★ 4.41 Citrus, Aromatic, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Nobility
#9 Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim 2019 · Unisex · ★ 4.40 Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Amber
Cheaper alternative: La Ree Fragrances Pool Day +2 more
#10 Dior Ambre Nuit 2009 · Unisex · ★ 4.38 Rose, Citrus, Soft Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Arabian Amber Nuit +1 more
#11 Nishane Safran Colognise 2019 · Unisex · ★ 4.38 Citrus, Leather, Warm Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances The Cologne Of Saffron
#12 Creed Royal Oud 2011 · Unisex · ★ 4.37 Woody, Musky, Powdery
Cheaper alternative: Afnull Highness III Green +3 more
#13 YSL L'Homme Ultime 2016 · Men · ★ 4.37 Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Citrus
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Ultimate Rendezvous
#14 Davidoff Good Life 1998 · Men · ★ 4.35 Green, Citrus, Floral
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances The Best Life
#15 Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Pour Homme Italian Love 2022 · Men · ★ 4.35 Citrus, Ozonic, Woody
Cheaper alternative: La Ree Fragrances Amore In Italy
#16 Nishane Hacivat 2017 · Unisex · ★ 4.35 Woody, Citrus, Mossy
Cheaper alternative: Lattafa Al Dana +3 more
#17 Chanel Allure Homme Sport Cologne 2007 · Men · ★ 4.34 Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic
Cheaper alternative: Rovena Allude Homme Sport +3 more
#18 Chanel Allure Homme Sport Eau Extreme 2012 · Men · ★ 4.34 Aromatic, Woody, Fresh Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Paris Corner Pendora Scents Allusion Eau De Sport Extreme
#19 Creed Vetiver Geranium 2014 · Men · ★ 4.34 Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Vetiver Bloom
#20 Xerjoff Symphonium 2015 2015 · Unisex · ★ 4.34 Citrus, Oud, Warm Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Fragrance World Accent Symphony

Citrus fragrance FAQs

What is the best citrus cologne for men?

Based on community ratings, the top picks are Roja Dove Amber Aoud Absolue Precieux, Louis Vuitton Imagination and Xerjoff Torino21. All 20 on this list are well-known fragrances with citrus in their notes.

What does citrus smell like in perfume?

Citrus notes (lemon, grapefruit, mandarin, orange, yuzu) are fresh and energising. They open a fragrance and are ideal for hot weather and daytime wear.

Are there cheaper alternatives to these citrus 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), Ard Al Zaafaran Saheb Intense (a dupe of Imagination) and Paris Corner Emir Voux Zingy (a dupe of Torino21).

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