Gin by Commodity
Brand: Commodity
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A crisp, sparkling gin-inspired fragrance that blends cool juniper and zesty citrus with a clean, subtly woody musk drydown.
Is Gin worth it?
How it smells: Opens with juniper berries, lime and grapefruit, ginger leaf and labdanum at the heart, then dries down to oak and musk.
Scent Score: 60/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Gives less for its price tier than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 39, reputation 100, versatility 73, layerability 60 and value 24, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and summer, for the office and casual days. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Fresh · Aromatic
EDP · Introduced 2013 · Unisex
Key accords: Juniper Berries, Lime, Grapefruit, Ginger Leaf, Labdanum, Freesia
Top Notes
- Juniper Berries
- Lime
- Grapefruit
Heart Notes
- Ginger Leaf
- Labdanum
- Freesia
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Casual, Outdoor
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Gin by Commodity belongs to the fresh fragrance family. A crisp, sparkling gin-inspired fragrance that blends cool juniper and zesty citrus with a clean, subtly woody musk drydown. Gin opens with Juniper Berries, Lime, and Grapefruit. The heart brings Ginger Leaf, Labdanum, and Freesia. It dries down to Oak, Musk, Smoke, and Patchouli.
How to wear Gin
On skin, Gin by Commodity has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for office, casual, and outdoor. Its best layering match in the catalog is Rose 31 by Le Labo. Apply Gin first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Gin : 2 sprays Rose 31 and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Gin opens with Juniper Berries, Lime, and Grapefruit.
The heart brings Ginger Leaf, Labdanum, and Freesia.
It dries down to Oak, Musk, Smoke, and Patchouli.
What to layer with Gin
Rose 31 by Le Labo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share labdanum and musk.
Order: Apply Gin first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gin : 2 sprays Rose 31
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share musk and patchouli.
Order: Apply Gin first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gin : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit and musk.
Order: Apply Gin first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gin : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile
J'adore by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share freesia and musk.
Order: Apply Gin first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer J'adore on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gin : 2 sprays J'adore
Lys Sølaberg by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share labdanum, oak, and smoke.
Order: Apply Gin first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lys Sølaberg on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gin : 2 sprays Lys Sølaberg
Pairings to approach with care
Purpose 50 by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
Purpose 50 has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Purpose 50 brings a woody contrast to this fresh scent.
Order: Apply Gin first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Purpose 50 on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gin : 1 spray Purpose 50
Instant Crush by Mancera
Not Recommended · 30/99
Instant Crush has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Instant Crush brings an oriental contrast to this fresh scent.
Order: Apply Gin first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Instant Crush on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gin : 1 spray Instant Crush
Related fragrances and why
- Rose 31 by Le LaboBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include labdanum and musk.
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include musk and patchouli.
- Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di ParmaBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include grapefruit and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Gin?
Gin opens with Juniper Berries, Lime, and Grapefruit. The heart brings Ginger Leaf, Labdanum, and Freesia. It dries down to Oak, Musk, Smoke, and Patchouli.
How long does Gin last, and how strong is it?
Gin by Commodity has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Gin?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits office, casual, and outdoor.
What layers well with Gin?
Rose 31 by Le Labo is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share labdanum and musk. Apply Gin first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Gin : 2 sprays Rose 31.
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