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Epic Man Amouage 2009

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Ranked 91 in Men's Perfume

8.1 / 10 1337 Ratings

A popular perfume by Amouage for men, released in 2009. The scent is spicy-woody. The longevity is above-average. It is being marketed by Sabco Group / Oman Perfumery.
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Main accords

Spicy

Woody

Oriental

Smoky

Resinous

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Frankincense

Cardamom

Myrtle

Nutmeg

Pink pepper Cumin

Cumin

Mace

Saffron

Heart Notes

Myrrh

Geranium

Base Notes

Frankincense Leather

Leather

Castoreum

Cedarwood

Oud

Musk

Patchouli

Sandalwood

Perfumer

Randa Hammami

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Ratings

Scent

8.11337 Ratings

Longevity

8.41153 Ratings

Sillage

7.91147 Ratings

Bottle

8.71085 Ratings

Value for money

6.8551 Ratings

Submitted by Kankuro, last update on 04/28/2025.

Interesting Facts

The fragrance is part of the "Main" collection.

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Reviews

47 in-depth fragrance descriptions

09/24/2013

jtd
484 Reviews

jtd

Top Review 12

5 course dinner

Any meal with more than two courses isn't about satisfying hunger, it's about having an experience. I, an American, am fond of the three-course meal, experience-lite. I see the value in a multi-course meal, but I won't go so far as to have a ten-course Titanic dinner, or a twenty one-course Versailles bacchanalia. To my mind, a classic five-course dinner is the height of luxury.

Amouage have been known to imitate French style. God knows they have made a few ten-course perfumes. Epic man is their five course meal. It is the perfect middle ground between opulent and edited.

Even the choral top notes tell you that there is an emphasis on bass: amber, frankincense, oud, tea. Tea? In a smart twist, Amouage do in fact include a tea-like note in Epic Man. It's the perfect modifier to the five course perfume, it enhances the smoky and aromatic qualities of the other basenotes without adding additional weight, or, stretching the analogy, a few more courses.

I tend to berate Amouage for their tedious male/female perfume releases, and I think they deserve it. Please, let’s spare perfume the his/hers baggage. Perfume at its abstract heart defies gender, and in specific, Epic Man raises gender neutrality to a peak by combining fine ingredients and the best of both eastern and western traditions in the service of simply making a beautiful fragrance. The resulting hybrid treats gender as it does ethnic culture. It acknowledges it at the same time that it refuses to be encumbered by it. Epic Man is a reminder to ignore the marketing and smell the perfume. If we must have a gender pairing, Epic Man should more likely be paired with Jubilation 25 for women. Both are the perfect examples Amouage’s stated mission to pair eastern materials and sensibilities with classical French perfumery. It's no wonder that Epic Man smells first and foremost like success.

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07/07/2013

10
Bottle 10
Scent

Steve0580
31 Reviews

Steve0580

Very helpful Review 8

A Masterpiece

I LOVE this fragrance so much!

The pepper and incense seem to be the most dominant ingredients with the woods being the secondary elements. It's slightly sweet and slightly powdery as well.

Sillage and Longevity are tremendous and I can smell it on myself for many hours without becoming anosmic to it. Two or three sprays is all you need. Expect a minimum of 10-12 hours out of it.

Amouage seems to be hit or miss in their releases to me and while some may think Jubilation is their crowning achievement, in my opinion, Epic Man is their masterpiece.

The only drawback to Epic Man is the price. I realize that $290 for a 100ml does seem to be a bit crazy but on the plus side, it will take a very long time to use the bottle up.

Is it worth it? To me, it is. I've spent quite a bit of money on other things that I enjoyed far less. Would I rebuy? Without question, yes.

Epic Man will always have a welcome place in my collection.

09/18/2014

7.5
Bottle 10
Sillage 10
Longevity 9
Scent

Miaw2
339 Reviews

Miaw2

Very helpful Review 4

In fact ... Epic!

Epic opens with slightly green notes, perhaps due to myrtle.

Quickly you can smell the notes of frankincense and pepper, that last for a long time.

Arise in the drydown, very harmonious, notes of oud, leather and musk, with a hint of incense.

The combination works very well, making this scent into something unique and truly epic.

Two sprays are sufficient for the whole day.

Artwork.

01/21/2012

10
Sillage 10
Longevity 3
Scent

BobJ
11 Reviews

BobJ

5

Depends on Your Style.

It's from Amouage, so it's undoubtedly wonderful stuff, with all the strength and longevity I enjoy in a perfume. But to be frank, it's simply not the way I want to smell, nor does it project the sort of personal image I believe I could pull off, nor want to pull off. Others have said that it's macho, and while that might not be quite the right term, I suspect "distinguished" fits the bill, and as a lighter-hearted older guy, I'm simply not interested in ever seeming this distinguished.

Perhaps the sort of thing to wear if you are an established politician stepping out of your Rolls Royce, but carrying with it the same sort of air of high-powered unapproachability that such mindfully-serious men often project. I find it terrifically conservative, and probably not worn by sort of man you might initially consider fun to pal around with.

But exactly the sort of thing to wear if you find yourself in a situation where that's the image you need to project, and probably the perfect stuff to wear if you should find yourself in the position of, say, needing to make an advantageous business deal with a bunch of stone-faced Soviets.

So not the greatest date frag, unless you happen to be into those sorts of women, that is.

04/03/2025

7
Pricing 8
Bottle 8
Sillage 8
Longevity 8.5
Scent

Mohashim
135 Reviews

Mohashim

3

A Bold Journey Through Spice and Smoke

Another triumph from Amouage, solidifying their reputation for consistent quality. Epic Man opens with a powerful blast of pepper and spices, immediately commanding attention. As it evolves, rich notes of leather and oud emerge, creating a smoky and sophisticated heart. While the castoreum note is listed, any animalic undertones are subtle, if present at all. The overall impression is a potent blend of spice and smoke anchored by a leathery, woody base.
Longevity is exceptional, easily exceeding 12 hours with impressive projection that fills a room. This fragrance shines in colder weather and evenings, making it ideal for winter nights. While bold, it possesses a versatility that allows it to be worn in office settings as well as for going out, even in slightly more casual environments.
The scent itself is undeniably unique and captivating. However, its significant price point makes it a considered purchase, and a sample is highly recommended before committing to a full bottle.

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