A*Men Pure Malt by Mugler
Brand: Mugler
Concentration: EDT
What it smells like
A rich, boozy blend of smoky malt whisky, dark fruits, roasted coffee, vanilla, and warm woods.
Is A*Men Pure Malt worth it?
How it smells: Opens with fruity notes, orange and bergamot, malt and whiskey at the heart, then dries down to peat and vanilla.
Scent Score: 85/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 84, versatility 79, layerability 95 and value 84, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Masculine.
Scent Character
Woody · Woody Gourmand
EDT · Introduced 2009 · Men
Key accords: Fruity Notes, Orange, Bergamot, Malt, Whiskey, Patchouli
Top Notes
- Fruity Notes
- Orange
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date, Casual, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
A*Men Pure Malt by Mugler belongs to the woody fragrance family. A rich, boozy blend of smoky malt whisky, dark fruits, roasted coffee, vanilla, and warm woods. A*Men Pure Malt opens with Fruity Notes, Orange, and Bergamot. The heart brings Malt, Whiskey, Patchouli, Coffee, and Cedar. It dries down to Peat, Vanilla, Amber, and Musk.
How to wear A*Men Pure Malt
On skin, A*Men Pure Malt by Mugler has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDT concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, casual, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf. Apply A*Men Pure Malt first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays A*Men Pure Malt : 2 sprays Flowerbomb and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
A*Men Pure Malt opens with Fruity Notes, Orange, and Bergamot.
The heart brings Malt, Whiskey, Patchouli, Coffee, and Cedar.
It dries down to Peat, Vanilla, Amber, and Musk.
What to layer with A*Men Pure Malt
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, patchouli, and musk.
Order: Apply A*Men Pure Malt first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays A*Men Pure Malt : 2 sprays Flowerbomb
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cedar, and vanilla.
Order: Apply A*Men Pure Malt first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray A*Men Pure Malt : 2 sprays Boss Bottled
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, patchouli, and amber.
Order: Apply A*Men Pure Malt first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray A*Men Pure Malt : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Gentleman by Givenchy
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, patchouli, and cedar.
Order: Apply A*Men Pure Malt first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gentleman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray A*Men Pure Malt : 2 sprays Gentleman
Interlude Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, patchouli, and amber.
Order: Apply A*Men Pure Malt first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray A*Men Pure Malt : 2 sprays Interlude Man
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco 01 Infinite by Zara
Not Recommended · 31/99
A*Men Pure Malt has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco 01 Infinite brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply A*Men Pure Malt first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco 01 Infinite on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray A*Men Pure Malt : 2 sprays Tobacco 01 Infinite
Mandarino by Laboratorio Olfattivo
Not Recommended · 31/99
A*Men Pure Malt has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Mandarino brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply A*Men Pure Malt first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mandarino on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray A*Men Pure Malt : 2 sprays Mandarino
Related fragrances and why
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, patchouli, and musk.
- Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss — Both include bergamot, cedar, and vanilla.
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, patchouli, and amber.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for A*Men Pure Malt?
A*Men Pure Malt opens with Fruity Notes, Orange, and Bergamot. The heart brings Malt, Whiskey, Patchouli, Coffee, and Cedar. It dries down to Peat, Vanilla, Amber, and Musk.
How long does A*Men Pure Malt last, and how strong is it?
A*Men Pure Malt by Mugler has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDT concentration.
When should you wear A*Men Pure Malt?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, casual, and special occasion.
What layers well with A*Men Pure Malt?
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, patchouli, and musk. Apply A*Men Pure Malt first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays A*Men Pure Malt : 2 sprays Flowerbomb.
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