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4711 Original review: lemon, bergamot and herbs

A review of 4711 Original Eau de Cologne: bright lemon, bergamot and orange meet herbs, lavender and neroli.

Bottle of 4711 Original Eau de Cologne

How does the house describe it?

A review of 4711 Original Eau de Cologne: bright lemon, bergamot and orange meet herbs, lavender and neroli.

Published notes

Lemon, bergamot and orange; lavender and rosemary; neroli and petitgrain.

Reading the scent profile

The citrus opening is immediate, while herbs add a calmer clean facet. This Eau de Cologne offers easy refreshment rather than a heavy trail.

Who might enjoy it?

It may suit fans of light citrus and herbs or anyone wanting a simple daytime splash that can be reapplied.

Keeping versions distinct

This page covers 4711 Original Eau de Cologne, not Acqua Colonia or the house’s other fragrance lines.

How to test before buying

Notice how lemon and orange soften into herbs. A small format is handy if you enjoy refreshing the scent.

Frequently asked questions

Which notes stand out? Lemon, bergamot and orange; lavender and rosemary; neroli and petitgrain.

Which version? This page covers 4711 Original Eau de Cologne, not Acqua Colonia or the house’s other fragrance lines.

How should I test it? Notice how lemon and orange soften into herbs. A small format is handy if you enjoy refreshing the scent.

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