04/21/2025

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16 Reviews

IllParagraph
3
Nice Addition to the Tobacco/Vanilla Family
In a fragrance category that's quickly become saturated, Jamaican Tobacco surprisingly finds its place as a welcome addition to the seemingly overcrowded 'Tobacco / Vanilla' family.
SCENT: Opens beautifully with vanillic, spicy woodiness that is grounded throughout the wearing by earthy, natural-smelling tobacco. Be forewarned, however: it is nice but not unique. It initially smells like Red Tobacco but - to my nose - is MUCH smoother. Honestly, it seems like Red Tobacco 2.0 but nicer and minus all the harsh unpleasantness, particularly evident in the opening.
LONGEVITY: This is an extrait de parfum and performs like it. It lasts all day on me.
SILLAGE: This projects well, especially for the first couple of hours, but doesn't punch people in the face. That's perfect for me. I don't like obtrusiveness in my fragrances.
BOTTLE: I like the classic simplicity of Alghabra's packaging. I also like black bottles, so this works.
VALUE FOR MONEY: This retails for $280 for 50ml. Honestly, I think that's overpriced. It's also not widely available on discount sites. I don't plan to buy a full bottle until I can find it at a much better price.
SCENT: Opens beautifully with vanillic, spicy woodiness that is grounded throughout the wearing by earthy, natural-smelling tobacco. Be forewarned, however: it is nice but not unique. It initially smells like Red Tobacco but - to my nose - is MUCH smoother. Honestly, it seems like Red Tobacco 2.0 but nicer and minus all the harsh unpleasantness, particularly evident in the opening.
LONGEVITY: This is an extrait de parfum and performs like it. It lasts all day on me.
SILLAGE: This projects well, especially for the first couple of hours, but doesn't punch people in the face. That's perfect for me. I don't like obtrusiveness in my fragrances.
BOTTLE: I like the classic simplicity of Alghabra's packaging. I also like black bottles, so this works.
VALUE FOR MONEY: This retails for $280 for 50ml. Honestly, I think that's overpriced. It's also not widely available on discount sites. I don't plan to buy a full bottle until I can find it at a much better price.