Penhaligon's Douro

Notes, performance and price

Penhaligon's Douro is a masculine citrus, aromatic, fresh spicy and lavender fragrance, released in 2004.

It opens with Lavender, Lemon, Lime and Basil, a heart of Neroli and Lily-of-the-Valley, and dries down to Oakmoss, Labdanum, Musk and Sandalwood.

On skin it lasts around 5 hours, projects 6/10, leaves 4/10 sillage.

Looking for a cheaper dupe? See 5 scent-matched alternatives to Penhaligon's Douro.

• Yves Saint Laurent La Collection Pour Homme

  Evokes the crisp citrus and herbal aromatic style of Penhaligon's Douro, leaning into a similarly classic gentlemanly character.

• Loewe Loewe Pour Homme
• Rochas Moustache Original 1949
• Givenchy Monsieur de Givenchy
• D.R.Harris Traditional Cologne

Frequently asked questions about Penhaligon's Douro

What does Penhaligon's Douro smell like?

Penhaligon's Douro is a masculine citrus, aromatic, fresh spicy and lavender fragrance, released in 2004. It opens with Lavender, Lemon, Lime and Basil, a heart of Neroli and Lily-of-the-Valley, and dries down to Oakmoss, Labdanum, Musk and Sandalwood.

How long does Penhaligon's Douro last?

On skin, Penhaligon's Douro lasts around 5 hours on skin, projects 6/10, leaves 4/10 sillage.

What smells similar to Penhaligon's Douro?

The closest alternative to Penhaligon's Douro is Yves Saint Laurent La Collection Pour Homme with an estimated similarity of 88%. AltScent tracks 5 scent-matched alternatives.

Which Penhaligon's Douro dupe is cheapest?

Rochas Moustache Original 1949, at about $35 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 75% less than Penhaligon's Douro.

Which Penhaligon's Douro dupe lasts longest?

Yves Saint Laurent La Collection Pour Homme, at about 6h on skin, against about 5h for Penhaligon's Douro.

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