Drakkar by Guy Laroche
Men 1972
Description
Drakkar by Guy Laroche is a citrus fragrance for men. Launched in 1972, this composition features lavender, lemon, cedar, bergamot, mandarin, juniper and clary sage in the top notes. The heart reveals angelica, pine, coriander, basil, rosemary, jasmine and cedar, while the base notes settle on oakmoss, amber, balsam of Peru, musk and patchouli.
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In the collection
Leading answer I want it
622 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Love it
201 votes
Season
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183 votes
Time of day
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92 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Drakkar
Drakkar by Guy Laroche is a citrus fragrance for men. Launched in 1972, this composition features lavender, lemon, cedar, bergamot, mandarin, juniper and clary sage in the top notes. The heart reveals angelica, pine, coriander, basil, rosemary, jasmine and cedar, while the base notes settle on oakmoss, amber, balsam of Peru, musk and patchouli.
Flowers Green, herbal and fougère Woods and mosses White flowers Musk, amber and animalic
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
103 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
116 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
60 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
45 votes
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4 reviews
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Drakkar is the uncle from the 70s who arrived five years before Tony Manero taught us to dance; it’s a scent that defies notes and speaks instead in sensations. It was groundbreaking for its time: classic yet virile, perfect for an elegant, serious man in an immaculate jacket. Olfactorily, it strikes a perfect balance between spices (coriander takes the lead), herbs (basil and rosemary), and a sweet-mossy base that emerges at the end without being typical. The opening is a trio of bergamot, lavender, and coriander that quickly transitions into a jasmine floral phase. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not heavy; it’s light, airy, and features a warm, exquisite base that begs to be worn repeatedly so it can truly merge with your skin. That moss base is astonishing—nobody does it like this anymore. It’s a charming fragrance that leaves you feeling comfortable and transports you to an incredible past.
A brutal fragrance; when I ran out of it, I couldn’t find anything comparable for years. I’ve been searching for it for ages. If anyone recognises it or knows of something with those herbal notes, please drop me a line—I’d be eternally grateful.
The fragrance is delicious; it leaves me feeling fresh, clean, and sophisticated, as if I’ve just stepped out of the shower—super clean and sensual.
This fragrance was a landmark in the 70s; everyone wanted a bottle. It became a classic of its era and sold like hot cakes, thanks to the brand that continues to distribute it.