Smoky Tobacco

The Scent Profile

Smoky Tobacco blasts off with a spicy-sweet tobacco accord that definitely nods to its inspiration. The initial impression is warm and inviting, like pipe tobacco mixed with cinnamon and clove. But immediately, the clone diverges. Where the OG has a certain refined sweetness, this leans into a bolder, almost boozy plum note, hinting at dried fruits before they fully materialize. The heart settles into a tonka bean and vanilla blend, but the vanilla here is less creamy, more powdery, like vanilla extract that's been sitting in the back of your cupboard for far too long. The drydown introduces vague woody notes, but they’re overshadowed by that persistent, slightly musty dried fruit accord. There is a medicinal cherry note that lingers that is absent in the original.

Is it Worth It?

Wearing the original is like enjoying a perfectly balanced old fashioned: smooth, sophisticated, and warming. Smoky Tobacco is more like a mixed drink made with imitation liquor. While it captures the general vibe, it lacks the nuance and depth. You get the tobacco and vanilla, but it feels a little rough around the edges, a touch unsophisticated and lacking in natural smoothness.

Performance Reality Check

On my skin, Smoky Tobacco lasts about 6-7 hours, which is respectable. Projection is moderate for the first two hours, reaching about an arm's length, before it settles closer to the skin. I wore this to a casual Friday at the office and found it a bit too cloying for an enclosed space. This is better suited for colder weather and open-air environments, like a winter bonfire.