Fragrance guide · 20 picks

Best honey colognes for men

Honey is sweet, waxy and slightly animalic. It adds warmth and richness to florals, tobacco and amber fragrances. Below are the 20 best-rated honey fragrances for men (including unisex) on MaxParfum, ranked by community rating and popularity, with a cheaper dupe where one exists.

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Honey fragrance FAQs

What is the best honey cologne for men?

Based on community ratings, the top picks are Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir, Xerjoff XJ 1861 Naxos and Parfums de Marly Oajan. All 20 on this list are well-known fragrances with honey in their notes.

What does honey smell like in perfume?

Honey is sweet, waxy and slightly animalic. It adds warmth and richness to florals, tobacco and amber fragrances.

Are there cheaper alternatives to these honey fragrances?

Yes. 14 of these have known dupes on MaxParfum, for example Lattafa The Kingdom Men (a dupe of Le Male Elixir), Alexandria Fragrances 1981X (a dupe of XJ 1861 Naxos) and Fragrance World Legion (a dupe of Oajan).

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