Scentonym Analysis
Our objective metric for performance per dollar.
Final Thoughts
El Darodo Extrait is a no-brainer if you like Ganymede's unique profile but can't justify the cost. It's a great daily driver for the office, casual outings, or even a night out. The slight synthetic edge might bother some, but most people won’t notice.
How it Smells
El Darodo Extrait aims for Ganymede, and gets surprisingly close. The mandarin orange and saffron opening is bright, though a little sharper than the original. It's definitely got that metallic, almost mineral tang upfront. The violet and osmanthus heart is there, adding a touch of sweetness, but it's not as smooth or nuanced as Ganymede's. Akigalawood gives it a peppery, woody backbone, and the immortelle adds a slightly medicinal, herbal touch in the drydown. It’s about 85% Ganymede, missing some of the original's refined edges.
Performance Reality Check
Projection is solid for the first 2-3 hours, creating a noticeable scent bubble. Longevity is impressive; I get a good 8-10 hours on skin, and it lingers even longer on clothes. You'll catch whiffs of it throughout the day.
Performance Audit
Based on average wear time
Sillage & radius
Relative to market avg
Why we track this:
Price Arbitrage: Significant savings compared to the original Marc-Antoine Barrois pricing.
Community Verified: Cross-referenced against 117 enthusiast votes for accuracy.