Tony Iommi Monkey Special by Xerjoff
Brand: Xerjoff
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A dark, boozy gourmand blending rum-soaked rose and patchouli with creamy sandalwood, caramel, vanilla, and ambered warmth.
Is Tony Iommi Monkey Special worth it?
How it smells: Opens with rum, passionfruit and geranium, singapore patchouli and cinnamon at the heart, then dries down to caramel and vanilla.
Scent Score: 86/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, reputation 90, versatility 73, layerability 97 and value 74, each out of 100.
Buyers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 26 Twisted Lily reviews.
Scent Character
Gourmand · Woody Spicy Gourmand
EDP · Introduced 2021 · Unisex
Key accords: Rum, Passionfruit, Geranium, Bergamot, Singapore Patchouli, Cinnamon
Top Notes
- Rum
- Passionfruit
- Geranium
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
- Singapore Patchouli
- Cinnamon
- Leather
- Bulgarian Rose
Base Notes
- Caramel
- Vanilla
- Tonka Bean
- Sandalwood
- Labdanum
- Musk
- Ambergris
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Tony Iommi Monkey Special by Xerjoff belongs to the gourmand fragrance family. A dark, boozy gourmand blending rum-soaked rose and patchouli with creamy sandalwood, caramel, vanilla, and ambered warmth. Tony Iommi Monkey Special opens with Rum, Passionfruit, Geranium, and Bergamot. The heart brings Singapore Patchouli, Cinnamon, Leather, and Bulgarian Rose. It dries down to Caramel, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Labdanum, Musk, and Ambergris.
How to wear Tony Iommi Monkey Special
On skin, Tony Iommi Monkey Special by Xerjoff has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Oud Wood by Tom Ford. Apply Tony Iommi Monkey Special first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Tony Iommi Monkey Special : 2 sprays Oud Wood and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Tony Iommi Monkey Special opens with Rum, Passionfruit, Geranium, and Bergamot.
The heart brings Singapore Patchouli, Cinnamon, Leather, and Bulgarian Rose.
It dries down to Caramel, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Labdanum, Musk, and Ambergris.
What to layer with Tony Iommi Monkey Special
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, tonka bean, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Tony Iommi Monkey Special first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tony Iommi Monkey Special : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, tonka bean, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Tony Iommi Monkey Special first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Tony Iommi Monkey Special : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk.
Order: Apply Tony Iommi Monkey Special first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tony Iommi Monkey Special : 2 sprays Flowerbomb
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, leather, and tonka bean.
Order: Apply Tony Iommi Monkey Special first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tony Iommi Monkey Special : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vanilla, and tonka bean.
Order: Apply Tony Iommi Monkey Special first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lafayette Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Tony Iommi Monkey Special : 2 sprays Lafayette Street
Pairings to approach with care
Rare Reef by Afnan
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Tony Iommi Monkey Special has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Rare Reef brings a fresh contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply Tony Iommi Monkey Special first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rare Reef on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Tony Iommi Monkey Special : 2 sprays Rare Reef
Aqva Pour Homme by Bvlgari
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
Tony Iommi Monkey Special has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Aqva Pour Homme brings a fresh contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply Tony Iommi Monkey Special first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aqva Pour Homme on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Tony Iommi Monkey Special : 2 sprays Aqva Pour Homme
Related fragrances and why
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include vanilla, tonka bean, and sandalwood.
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include vanilla, tonka bean, and sandalwood.
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Tony Iommi Monkey Special?
Tony Iommi Monkey Special opens with Rum, Passionfruit, Geranium, and Bergamot. The heart brings Singapore Patchouli, Cinnamon, Leather, and Bulgarian Rose. It dries down to Caramel, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Labdanum, Musk, and Ambergris.
How long does Tony Iommi Monkey Special last, and how strong is it?
Tony Iommi Monkey Special by Xerjoff has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Tony Iommi Monkey Special?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Tony Iommi Monkey Special?
Oud Wood by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, tonka bean, and sandalwood. Apply Tony Iommi Monkey Special first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Tony Iommi Monkey Special : 2 sprays Oud Wood.
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