BOWLING GREEN

Green freshnessLemon, bergamot, lavender and basil - the opening blast has lots of traditional citrus, but the added herbal greenness is striking. With a touch of fruitiness that is balanced by just the right amount of cardamom. Moss adds another note, and cedarwood arises in the base.

Whilst the later stages are nice, is is the first hour after the opening that is phenomenally good. Adequate silage and projection, but pretty much gone after two hours, although I get the occasional whiff for another hour. Very well done, straightforward and without fuss.

Interestingly, there are two versions: The Cologne Spray and the Eau de Toilette.  Comparing both head-to-head, the Cologne is a touch crispier and a whiff more acidic.  RB also used the excellently refreshing After Shave.

Launched1986.   Discontinued.

3.75/5