Tabac Original Black Edition Mäurer & Wirtz 2024
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Is ISO-E really that great?
Uncommented Fragrances No. 189
For obvious reasons, this review is gender-specific: I apologize for that!
As a long-time Tabac user, the famous opal glass bottle of Tabac Original After Shave Lotion (not to be confused with the other versions of Tabac Original) is still a staple in my bathroom, even though I now prefer other post-shave products, such as "Lotion opaline | Les Bénédictines de Chantelle."
In my opinion, the aesthetics and functionality of the Tabac bottle are unmatched, and if someone were to ask me about the most beautiful flacons in the history of fragrance, it would make my Desert Island list, alongside the flacons of Mitsouko Eau de Toilette and the cylindrical spray bottle of Ho Hang Eau de Toilette (as a surprise guest on this list).
Of course, a bottle is worthless if the contents don't impress, but fortunately, that is the case with the three mentioned above.
The new Tabac Original edition Tabac Original Black Edition has already caused some nervousness among bearded individuals: a beautiful bottle, almost as lovely as the original in white, but how does the content perform?
After a first test a few hours after purchase, I can conclude that I find the scent only moderately appealing (which isn't as bad as one might fear when looking at the list of ingredients). Citrusy notes, pepper, and cedar leaf are thankfully identifiable, lavender and incense are subtle yet plausible, Cypriol and most of the aroma chemicals behave appropriately. However, what bothers me - as so often - is the excess of ISO-E-Super, which I usually don't find that super, as it dilutes the fragrance with a delicately woody, vaguely creamy, sweetish, and somewhat musky veil that overshadows the other notes and makes them appear warm and soft. According to surveys from the fragrance industry, ISO-E-Super is very popular.
If you belong to that group, buy the fragrance!
If not, buy it anyway for the beautiful bottle!
For obvious reasons, this review is gender-specific: I apologize for that!
As a long-time Tabac user, the famous opal glass bottle of Tabac Original After Shave Lotion (not to be confused with the other versions of Tabac Original) is still a staple in my bathroom, even though I now prefer other post-shave products, such as "Lotion opaline | Les Bénédictines de Chantelle."
In my opinion, the aesthetics and functionality of the Tabac bottle are unmatched, and if someone were to ask me about the most beautiful flacons in the history of fragrance, it would make my Desert Island list, alongside the flacons of Mitsouko Eau de Toilette and the cylindrical spray bottle of Ho Hang Eau de Toilette (as a surprise guest on this list).
Of course, a bottle is worthless if the contents don't impress, but fortunately, that is the case with the three mentioned above.
The new Tabac Original edition Tabac Original Black Edition has already caused some nervousness among bearded individuals: a beautiful bottle, almost as lovely as the original in white, but how does the content perform?
After a first test a few hours after purchase, I can conclude that I find the scent only moderately appealing (which isn't as bad as one might fear when looking at the list of ingredients). Citrusy notes, pepper, and cedar leaf are thankfully identifiable, lavender and incense are subtle yet plausible, Cypriol and most of the aroma chemicals behave appropriately. However, what bothers me - as so often - is the excess of ISO-E-Super, which I usually don't find that super, as it dilutes the fragrance with a delicately woody, vaguely creamy, sweetish, and somewhat musky veil that overshadows the other notes and makes them appear warm and soft. According to surveys from the fragrance industry, ISO-E-Super is very popular.
If you belong to that group, buy the fragrance!
If not, buy it anyway for the beautiful bottle!
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I was only moderately impressed with the new black one when testing it. A relatively mundane scent, but very practical for everyday use - just like the bottle.
But now that I know how much you like the design, I will look at those simple bottles differently, and who knows, maybe I'll get a bottle of the classic in white and put it in my new bathroom. Right now, I have to get rid of a lot of furniture I inherited from my grandpa. 😥. However, Tabac Original will find a spot.
In this sense: Thanks for the inspiration.
The bottle is truly decadent and beautiful!
So, not a scent for me (not even just for the bottle).
So it sounds like this version - unlike the original - doesn't deserve a spot in my standard aftershave collection.
On the other hand, who could say no to that bottle?
Yes, same here: It's the bottle that does it!
I will definitely test it...
I forgot the "von"!
I find the comments here quite amusing too, but you really hit the nail on the head:
Almost every perfume uses IES or a captive from the family (excluding Artisan).
So it's pretty funny when people claim they "don't like Iso E Super," yet their collection consists of 60% pure Iso E Super.
If a fragrance is great, it can come in a Tetra Pak.
As for the latest Tabac offshoot (can it still call itself original??), I was skeptical from the start.
I'll test it when I see it. Probably won't buy it, fancy bottle or not.
I prefer to stick with the 1959 EdC.
Beautiful bottle, but I still won't buy it for gender-specific reasons. :) I really enjoyed reading your text, though!
Even the traditionally classic brands seem to have to adapt more and more to the modern zeitgeist. There probably aren't enough voices like yours that appeal to old styles. That makes your contrarian and understandable review all the more valuable. Enjoyed reading it!
ISO-E - HEDION - CALONE - AMBROXAN - CASHMERAN
are already diligently studied in the perfume kindergarten so they can be quickly included in press texts. Clearwood™ and Amber Xtreme™ come in the second year.
As for the bottle regarding the old original: I completely agree.
However, with the new one described here, my restriction philosophy kicks in: I only buy fragrances that I like if they come in a bottle that I really like. That makes the selection quite small 😁🏦
I'm curious to see how the dose of Iso-E-Super works for me.
Since it's a limited edition, I hope for future releases with the right adjustments.
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