Barberia - Agua de Colonia Concentrada by Alvarez Gómez

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Barberia - Agua de Colonia Concentrada Alvarez Gómez 2012

8.0 / 10 99 Ratings

A popular perfume by Alvarez Gómez for men, released in 2012. The scent is citrusy-spicy. It is still in production.
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Main accords

Citrus

Spicy

Fresh

Woody

Green

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Bitter orange Ginger

Ginger

Lemon

Bergamot

Heart Notes

Coriander

Labdanum

Rhubarb

Base Notes

Cedarwood

White musk

Sandalwood

Ratings

Scent

8.099 Ratings

Longevity

6.893 Ratings

Sillage

6.393 Ratings

Bottle

6.998 Ratings

Value for money

9.057 Ratings

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14 in-depth fragrance descriptions

02/22/2022

Raulinbonn
5 Reviews

Raulinbonn

Helpful Review 4

Was this an inspiration for PdM Sedley?

I'm writing here about Barberia EDP. I own the 150ml Eau de Parfum version of Barberia (submitted a photo of it.) Not sure if it has the same scent profile of this "Agua de Colognia Concentrada" though, have not smelled that one. But I wonder if it's the exact same fragrance? Possibly the brand simply relabeled the bottle concentration and packaging from EdCC to EDP? Neither here nor in Fragrantica is there an entry for the EDP. Barberia EDP is no beast mode for sure, feels more like a light EDT, so pretty much exactly what an "EdC Concentree" would sort of correspond to. Even if they call it EDP, it can be safely oversprayed for sure, you will not overwhelm anyone or yourself.

Barberia EDP is a great fresh classic, citric, green, barbershoppy type of fragrance. When I first smelled Sedley, after a couple of days I realized what it reminded me of, and it was Barberia EDP, which is older (well, this EdCC is at least.) So I wonder if Sedley might actually have been inspired by Barberia (EDP/EdCC.)

Notes as listed on the box of the EDP: bergamot, lemon, orange, labdanum, rhubarb, coriander, cedar, sandalwood.

Updated on 02/22/2022

07/31/2020

8Scent 8Longevity 6Sillage

FvSpee
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FvSpee

Top Review 33

Colonial Goods V: The Bugged Barber

About a hundred years after the very beautiful "yellow" Cologne by Alvarez Gomez, which I have already praised elsewhere, the traditional Spanish fragrance house has decided to launch a (already brown in the label) variant. However, this does not represent a flanker but a fragrance of its own kind.

The occasional reminiscences to refreshing sticks (which I actually like when they are well chilled, hmmmm) that have been brought into play here, I cannot quite understand. Because this barber is, for me, not sweet at all, and surprisingly not very citrusy either; if anything, it leans more towards an upside-down orange. But let's go through this systematically:

With "Barberia" (Spanish for barber shop - but perhaps also a little wordplay with ruibarbo for rhubarb), I have to overcome a double confusion.

First: I spray the fragrance very, very generously (and by that, I mean about twenty sprays, in the sense of a splash surrogate spraying) on - and after a very, very brief sharp-spicy citrus reminiscent of clove and cardamom, I first feel - nothing (which is why I keep spraying more). This is very strange and has never happened to me with any other fragrance. Only after a few minutes does the scent emerge from the depths of the room, becoming stronger and stronger. It’s as if it has first been completely absorbed by the skin, only to then configure itself within the body and, after experiencing a finishing touch there, come back to the surface properly combed and brushed.

Then comes a rather difficult phase to overcome. It’s as if, instead of the typical citrus top notes, a sharp ginger, but above all a sour rhubarb and a, well, let’s say, stern coriander reign. The rhubarb possibly escapes from Trudchen Korianke's rhubarb cake. Her husband appreciates - as Fittleworth's comment attests - this scent very much and keeps it in stock at his barber shop. However, the cake is not sweet, but at most sour-fresh. Coriander does not appear here as the cake spice derived from the seeds or fruits, but as the herb that many (including myself) find very challenging, which is used as a seasoning in South American, Asian, but also partly Iberian cuisine. It is not for nothing that it is also called "bug herb" because of its smell.

In this phase, where I still perceive certain - not listed in the pyramid - floral undertones, Barberia is definitely a clear statement. This is not a soft water. Anyone who complains here will receive, just like in the past with Wanda, a bunch of bug herb as a gag and a rhubarb stalk stuffed into their nostrils.

After about a good half hour, Barberia then turns and becomes much calmer and more stable for the remaining 6 to 7 (very close to the skin even 15) hours, taking on a completely different character. The citrus notes, which strangely only now emerge like Zieten from the bush, lean towards a viscous, dark bitter orange oil; I do not perceive any volatile bergamot. Additionally, there is a first-class treatment of the wearer with a top-notch shaving soap from a wonderful wooden jar. The soap note probably also comes from the coriander, whose aldehydes, when they are not playing the bug role, like to play soap (cute little rascals!). Here and only here does a certain (but very creamy and by no means confectionery-like) sweetness come into play for me.

Once the turbulence of the first hour is survived, Barberia is for me a truly successful, special, and also very masculine scent, while being rounded, solid, and composed, smooth-polished, almost a little velvety, orange-dark brown Cologne. It stands right on the edge of the fragrance category and could almost be referred to as a classic-modern, herb-soft Eau de Toilette. A colleague of mine, who is known for her synesthetic skills, found Barberia not only very successful but also described the scent impression as "chocolate to deer brown" at my request.

Normally, I reject fragrances that I have to go through an unpleasant phase with because I think there are enough that are beautiful in all their phases. Here, I take a different approach and cherish this fine gift from a highly regarded fellow perfumer. Because the rhubarb phase is not really bad, just, uh, demanding. And besides, you never know if you might encounter Gaukeleya in life, and then it’s better to have the bottle with you, as one understands after reading her comment, which is also highly recommended to all (adult) readers.

Updated on 07/31/2020

06/15/2014

Gaukeleya
109 Reviews

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Oh Carrrramba...!

... what a fragrance!

Occasionally, I have the pleasure of testing "pure men's fragrances," those that are not particularly well-known and widespread, and sometimes even difficult to obtain.

And as life often goes: much presents itself hopefully, wants to please me, and does everything for it, but the spark just doesn't ignite. More than a "yes, it's nice, I like it" is what most can achieve. A very few I even dismiss immediately in horror.

But then suddenly there’s a gem among them that electrifies me on the spot.

Barberia is one of those. I had heard that Spanish colognes carry something different with them, something almost cliché wild, perhaps even macho, which distinguishes them from, for example, English gentleman colognes (which I also like very much on the strong sex). Now I was curious. Because the subjective description of a fragrance is one thing. Trying it out for myself is another.

I spray it on - and I’m blown away. Given the citrus-fresh-spicy top notes described in the fragrance pyramid, I was not prepared for what unfolds on my skin.
A slight freshness, yes, but not directly citrusy, rather a strong spiciness reaches my nose, and not only that: immediately a soft, velvety-dense note is perceptible, which I would almost describe as ambery, even though it is not listed here. Perhaps it’s the labdanum that is already sneaking forward?

Because surprisingly, I feel a little reminded of Prada's Amber, the women's version, mind you, this dry amberiness with a special, creamy, but not sweet note. Here and there we have labdanum, so perhaps this is responsible for the extraordinary fragrance impression.

Barberia is present, but not overwhelming. It remains present even as it begins to settle. A fine, soft soapiness runs like a red thread through the entire fragrance and gives it a beautiful elegance, taming the raw and wild that undeniably reigns in Barberia.

Here, passion is the program. But restrained, civilized, at least in everyday life. Not a classic pick-up artist, not a macho, no, that’s not how I perceive Barberia. It is also too mature for that, having seen and experienced too much, it doesn’t need to. It is simply sovereign.

A fragrance with personality. For a man with personality.

The spiciness of coriander makes the fragrance consistently delicate, not too strong, but strong enough to keep the gentlemanly soap in check and to strengthen the emotional component of the fragrance and its wearer. Because always being smooth like a perfect gentleman, it cannot achieve, and that’s good, sometimes that would be too boring.

In everyday life a gentleman, at other times ... um, rather not, this fragrance embodies that too and makes it a truly highly erotic olfactory experience for me.

Can this fragrance also be worn by a woman? Oh yes! It is not a brutal testosterone hammer, despite its assertiveness in presence, but it also has something soft and emotional, especially in the dry down, which sets in after about 6-7 hours (not bad for a cologne, here "Concentrate" is evidently the program). Soft woods dominate here, I also perceive a delicate sweetness, but really feminine it is not all:

not for me at least, I *want* to smell this fragrance only on a man, it is infinitely seductive and inspires me to unchaste thoughts when I indulge in a drop of it.

If the corresponding man is not nearby ;-).

Updated on 12/17/2017

09/04/2015

10Scent 7.5Longevity 7.5Sillage

Fittleworth
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Make way, Mr. Jeheimrat!

Make way, Mr. Jeheimrat! What's new?
Everything as usual? Shaving cream?
Shave, please?
But gladly, but quickly ...

I always say, a person needs relaxation. Do you agree with me, Mr. Jeheimrat?
No, please don’t nod now, or all that shaving foam will stick right to your shirt.

Where was I?
Oh right, yes ... so relaxation.
I really enjoy going to the south. Oh yes, being in the sun and all, that’s really nice. I couldn’t do it all the time, but now and then ...
Please raise your nose a bit higher, if you would. There, you see ...

A lovely nose.
I always say, relaxation is also good for the soul. Indeed for all the senses, so to speak.
The nose relaxes too, I always say. Sun and south for the nose, but it shouldn’t be too exaggerated. A bit of finesse, balanced, something tasteful should be there, after all, one has culture, right?
Coriander, I always say, life is just too short for bad scents.

I found something the other day, and I was thrilled. On a trip in Spain, I’m quite curious, I treated myself to a little fragrance.
Fabulous!
Exactly what I was looking for. Sun and south for the nose.
But cultivated, not something for young sprouts. You know those intrusive, loud scents that are advertised as perfumes and that the youth then pours all over their shirts ... no, not that.

How do you like it, sir?
Yesss ... of course. Orange peel is in there, smells quite nice, somehow very natural, but not too much, if you understand.
Ginger is supposed to be in there too, the seller whispered to me.
A unique blend, I like it!
Somehow also filled with spice. I’m not too familiar with that, but it should be something with raisins or so.

How do you like it, sir?
Oh right, coriander. I only know that from baked goods. Yes, that’s what I mean. Coriander, of course. Thank you very much, Mr. Jeheimrat.

Where was I ...? Oh right, coriander. Somehow sharp, but it makes the scent of the perfume softer. Now don’t ask me how that works. It works, and that’s all that matters.

So citrus, huh? Fruity, fresh, and then that sharp-soft spice. I’m telling you, cultured, almost really English, so elegant. A bit like really good soap. The expensive kind, of course. Yes, certainly, in the end, there are some woody notes, wonderful. Cedar, sandalwood, all very classic. But well made, simply well made.
If you want to smell like a real gentleman, then take this.

Once you have this, you won’t want any other. Because it’s also quite unique. I haven’t had anything like it in any other scent.
Yes, I like it very much.

What? How do you like it, Mr. Jeheimrat?
No, it also smells good in real summer heat. By the way, it lasts longer than the construction at the airport already.
And one more tip, just use a little. Strong stuff, Mr. Jeheimrat, I give you my word on that.

So, you see, now you’re all splattered around the chin.

What?
Yes, of course I have the scent here. Would you like to ...?
Here you go, sir.

Well ...?
I thought so. This is something for you.
One more spritz? But gladly ...

Thank you very much, Mr. Jeheimrat.
Do come back to me soon!

01/28/2022

9Scent 10Longevity 8Sillage

TheScent
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The suit trousers fit a bit too snugly in the crotch.

Inspired by a charming conversation here on parfumo, here is a review of one of my all-time classics for summer.
Now, the theme of citrus & wood from the barber shop is familiar to us, and many houses have this in their repertoire. For Acqua di Parma, this theme almost gives its entire existence justification. The fragrance direction is a classic in "men's grooming" and has been a perennial favorite for about 200 years, with its ups and downs.
The basic ingredients are quite simple: citrus notes, sometimes sweet, sometimes bitter, along with some herbal/spicy elements, all nicely anchored by a woody base.
As with many things that consist of few ingredients, it is an art to make something special out of the little.
We all know the classic vanilla ice cream and remember how many bad representatives of this classic we have eaten. But we also always remember that one, that one truly incredible vanilla ice cream we had in an inconspicuous ice cream parlor in some city in some alley.
It is somewhat similar with barber shop fragrances.
Now to the Agua de Colonia Concentrada by Álvarez Gómez. He is Spanish, you can smell it. Not as polished and precise as an Italian, and certainly not a Frenchman.
The brown smooth leather shoes still have a bit of street dust, the suit trousers fit a bit too snugly in the crotch (buttoned suspenders), and when he smiles, a gold tooth glints somewhere in the corner of his mouth.

Citrusy fish is the opening here as well. Lemon, bitter orange, and bergamot define the start in the usual manner and give the desired kick in the morning after shaving (or whatever men do in the morning). But underneath, you can already sense a sour spiciness that adds a fruity and darker tone to the citrus notes and, with increasing development, paints an ever clearer picture. Rhubarb, not the fresh, squeaky one from the garden, not the one cooked into compote, but the scent of rhubarb greens on a hot summer day. This heavy sour-sweetness. Some apple varieties resemble this aroma very much, and so you almost get a gourmand impression. Don't get me wrong, we are far from a true gourmand fragrance, yet you can easily imagine this citrus-sweet-sour note as an ingredient in a dessert or a tart.
But we are in the barber shop and not in the pastelería. The shiny rosewood of the mirror shelf in front of me has just been polished, and this creamy-resinous scent of the polish still lingers in the air. It mixes with the rhubarb, a bit of shaving soap, and in this blend, it takes on a very daring nonchalance. Something very everyday, almost banal. Like a scoop of vanilla ice cream. And just like that one vanilla ice cream we have all tasted, it is only much later that we notice its true quality, and every additional scoop of any other vanilla ice cream makes us return in thought to that one. So it is with me and the Agua de Colonia. I have tested many, very many other barber shop colognes and worn them as well. Yet I always return to this one. Because it is indeed a very special and unmistakable scent that has that little something different, that little bit more that the others lack.
This scent, after leaving the barber shop, eventually becomes a pleasantly woody aroma with a hint of lemon powder, still distinctly noticeable, a part of my own scent in the heat of the day. And even the next morning, it has become so irresistibly intertwined with the scent of our pillows.
The scent is clearly associated with this masculine ritual. It is not a crowd pleaser. I receive compliments, not for the scent, the perfume, but for smelling great. This type of fragrance that is clean and well-groomed but still always smells a bit "sweaty," a bit daring.
This scent should be tested/worn for the first time in summer when it is hot. Best while traveling. I bet that during the entire vacation, you won't perceive the scent as particularly extraordinary. But when you are home... then you suddenly realize that you miss it, miss it like that one scoop of damn good vanilla ice cream... you take a sweaty, worn shirt out of your suitcase and you are back.

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