Alt fragrance
9am vs Aqua Vitae Forte
9am recalls Aqua Vitae Forte's citrus-and-floral freshness. Its apple and lavender suggest a fruitier, more aromatic opening, with musk and moss in the drydown beside the original's sandalwood and vetiver.
Original fragrance
Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Aqua Vitae Forte
Eau de Parfum
- Citrus
- Warm Spicy
- Floral
- Woody
How they compare
9am could suit you if you’d like less citrus than Aqua Vitae Forte.
| Alternative9am | Accord or measure | OriginalAqua Vitae Forte |
|---|---|---|
| Scent profile | ||
| Citrus | ||
| Warm Spicy | ||
| Floral | ||
| Woody | ||
| Aromatic | ||
| Musky | ||
| Performance | ||
| Moderate | Projection | Moderate |
| Long-lasting6–9 hrs | Longevity | Long-lasting6–9 hrs |
Key differences
- Less citrus-ledEstimated 4 out of 5 for 9am, 5 for Aqua Vitae Forte.
Reading this chart
Estimated prominence, from 1 (a background trace) to 5 (defining). Hour ranges vary by wearer. About these scores
Performance notes
Based on community wear reports. Results vary by skin, application and batch.
Aqua Vitae Forte
Reviewed
Five-hour and seven-to-nine-hour reports with moderate diffusion.
9am
Reviewed
An account for the original 9am describes about seven hours and solid but not outstanding performance.
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