Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew: released in 2019, citrus, green and patchouli, about 5h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew dupe we found is John Varvatos Artisan Pure — 82% match, about $35 (estimate) versus about $220 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Varvatos Artisan Pure | 82% | about $35 (−84%) | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 2 | Nishane Colognise | 78% | about $100 (−55%) | 6h vs 5h | 7/10 |
| 3 | Mugler Hot Cologne | 72% | about $125 (−43%) | 6h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 4 | Etat Libre d'Orange Cologne | 70% | about $110 (−50%) | 4h vs 5h | 5/10 |
| 5 | Mugler Cologne | 83% | about $95 (−57%) | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
Offers a bright, citrus-forward profile that captures the clean, green energy of the reference at a significantly more accessible price point.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and woody accords with Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew, opens on Mandarin Orange too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 4,798 community ratings.
Provides a sophisticated, long-lasting citrus experience that mirrors the green and balsamic nuances found in the reference.
It shares its citrus, white floral and aromatic accords with Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 1,125 community ratings.
Captures a minimalist, clean citrus aesthetic that feels reminiscent of the green and woody undertones present in the reference.
It shares its citrus, white floral and green accords with Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 870 community ratings.
A vibrant, citrus-heavy composition that sits in the same family as the reference, offering a clean and energetic aromatic profile.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and warm spicy accords with Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 260 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Shares a similar crisp, soapy, and aromatic citrus character that feels just as refreshing and clean as the reference.
It shares its citrus, white floral and aromatic accords with Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 4,931 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
John Varvatos Artisan Pure, at about $35 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 85% less than Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew.
Mugler Hot Cologne, at about 6h on skin, against about 5h for Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew.
Mugler Cologne, at 83% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — John Varvatos Artisan Pure saves you about $270 a year against Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew. Both priced at 100 ml; prices are estimates.
Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Mugler Hot Cologne comes closest at 6.4h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Penhaligon's The Impudent Cousin Matthew notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-11-05.