Montblanc made around 30 colognes. But not all of them are worth buying, right?
I mean, Which one to buy or which one will suit you?
Don’t worry! After testing several Montblanc colognes, I have picked the best 9 for you. This rating is based on notes, longevity, and projection.
Don’t skip any part, as I’m gonna explain why I picked these colognes.
What are the Best Montblanc Colognes?
Montblanc is a famous name in the fashion world. Their pens, wallets, e.t.c are very renowned.
In the case of colognes, they are renowned for versatile and masculine colognes. With only 30 colognes, they managed to win everyone’s heart.
Their first cologne was Presence which was released in 2001. I know you are already a bit confused about which Montblanc cologne to order next.
Don’t worry, I’m here. Read through the whole article to understand how their cologne works.
So, here are the best smelling Montblanc colognes for men:
Montblanc Legend
Middle notes: Red Apple, Dried Fruits, Oak Moss, Geranium, Coumarin, Rose.
Base notes: Tonka Bean, Sandalwood.
Probably, This fruity and sweet Mont Blanc Legend will be your next favorite cologne. This cologne is unique and smells great. The black colored bottle has a gunmetal cap.
This cologne was released in 2011 and started the legend series. The fruity and floral notes will make you comfortable and sexy. Let me explain this cologne.
Well, Montblanc Legend starts with a wave of sweet fruitiness. It feels like freshly chopped pineapple with a squeezed bergamot mixed with some flowers like lavender and lemon verbena.
Surprisingly, the heart of this cologne is much fruitier than the opening. You’ll get some apple and dried fruit notes mixed with geranium and oakmoss.
Next, the dry-down contains tonka beans and sandalwood. These notes add some depth to the overall scent but never dominates. This cologne ends with a flavor of fruit and flower with some spices.
Anyway, the longevity and the projection level both are moderate. I got around 5hrs+ on skin from this cologne.
When to wear Montblanc Legend:
This fruity and floral scent is chilled and you can use this for any occasion.
Why you should buy Montblanc Legend:
- All-year performer.
- Good longevity and projection.
- Properly blended.
- Awesome price value.
Montblanc Legend Night
Middle notes: Apple, Lavender, Violet, Cedar, Fir Resin.
Base notes: Black vanilla Husk, Akigalawood, Musk, Patchouli, Vetiver.
The shape of the bottle is the same as the Legend. But the color is reddish with a black cap.
Anyway, This woody aromatic cologne was released in 2017. The mixture of vanilla and lavender is so fantastic and made this a compliment magnet.
Surprisingly, Montblanc Legend Night is mixed with various types of notes. You may get confused but don’t worry, I’m gonna explain this scent to you.
First things first, The opening. It’s a delightful experience. The mixture of cardamom, mint, clary sage, and bergamot is moderately spicy and sweet.
Well, the heart begins before the opening ends. You’ll notice some hints of apple. But lavender, cedar, violet, and resin dominate the heart.
Amazingly, Vanilla dominates the dry-down. The mixture of vanilla and lavender is so appealing. You should buy this cologne just to enjoy the drydown.
The performance is average. I got around 4hrs+ longevity from this cologne. Legend Night is not a beast mode cologne.So the projection level is limited, but the amazing smell will make up for that.
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When to wear Montblanc Legend Night:
Wear this cologne on a dinner date or on any occasion. You’ll impress her/them for sure.
Why you should buy Montblanc Legend Night:
- Rich notes and properly blended.
- Huge compliments getter.
- Sexy and delicious.
Montblanc Explorer
Middle notes: Haitian Vetiver, Leather.
Base notes: Ambroxan, Akigalawood, Indonesian Patchouli, Cacao pod.
This Charismatic cologne was released in 2019. Once I thought I’d make this cologne number 1. But due to some issues, I didn’t. Let me tell you about that after the breakthrough explanation.
Montblanc explorer is a woody scent. But the opening is spicy and lemony. It starts with bergamot, pink pepper, and clary sage.
Don’t panic, the wood comes through this cologne in the heart with Haitian vetiver and leather. Honestly, I like this combo. I lost myself during this time. This scent is something else. A Must try!
Anyway, the dry-down will catch your attention with woody notes, patchouli, and cacao pod. The sweetness of ambroxan takes this cologne to another level. It’s freaking masculine. In fact, this part is very similar to another legendary Men’s cologne, Dior Sauvage.
Well, the issue I have with this cologne is the performance. I got around 4hrs of longevity with a moderate projection. This type of quality scent should burst.
Despite the average sillage, I’m satisfied with its scent quality.
When to wear Montblanc Explorer:
It’s an inoffensive cologne, so you can wear this whenever you want. evening hangout, occasion, events, e.t.c.
Why you should buy Montblanc Explorer:
- It has a Creed Aventus vibe.
- Very appealing and attractive.
- Applicable anywhere.
- Huge compliments getter.
Montblanc Legend Spirit
Middle notes: Watery Notes, Lavender, Cardamom.
Base notes: White Musk, White Woods, Cashmere Wood, Oakmoss.
The bottle design is the same as Legend but the color is white.
Well, this aquatic citrus scent was released in 2016. It’s very clean and feels like a refreshing shower gel.
Surprisingly, Legend Spirit is a fruity scent but the opening is harsh. It feels like a squeezed bergamot mixed with blended grapefruit and some crushed pink pepper.
The heart of MB legend spirit is a watery smelling cologne that enhances the mood. This aquatic theme is noticeable throughout the perfume.
Anyway, the base notes are woody. But, it never dominates. It’s still a fruity aquatic cologne.
Most importantly, the beautiful lavender in this will always cheer you up.
But, the performance of this cologne is average. I got around 4hrs+ longevity with moderate projection.
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When to wear Montblanc Legend spirit:
It’s an inoffensive cologne. You can wear this whenever you want. You can go on a date with this, evening hangouts, dinners, e.t.c.
Why you should buy Montblanc Legend Spirit:
- Inoffensive cologne.
- Compliments getter.
- Rich notes and mixed well.
Montblanc Presence
Middle notes: Apple, Sage, Heliotrope.
Base notes: Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Amber, White Musk, Teak Wood.
Like tv series and movies, Mont Blanc Presence has a twist.
Hey! Don’t expect this now. You know the twist always comes at the climax.
Montblanc Presence is a spicy, oriental cologne that’s perfect for colder weather. It starts with an irresistible warm and spicy blast from cinnamon and ginger mixed with bergamot juice to welcome you home.
After some time, the scent gets sweeter as sage becomes apparent alongside the heliotrope before the apple pops up like it was made out of this fresh fruit! This fruity direction is the twist I was talking about.
Mont Blanc Presence has a lot going on – but don’t worry because it’s not overwhelming at all thanks to the well balanced notes.
Significantly, the dry-down is sweet with a mixture of tonka bean and vanilla scent. Amber, white musk, and teak wood add more depth to it.
The longevity of this cologne is average. It’s like 3-4+ hrs with moderate projection. But the smell is outstanding.
When to wear Montblanc Presence:
Montblanc Presence really smells amazing. You can rely on this cologne whenever you need compliments.
Why you should buy Montblanc Presence:
- Smells fantastic.
- Compliments getter.
- Semi-twist cologne.
Montblanc Individuel
Middle notes: Orange Blossom, Violet, Geranium, Jasmine.
Base notes: Raspberry, Sandalwood, vanilla, Dark Chocolate, Musk, Amber, Patchouli, Vetiver, Oakmoss.
Before I say anything, please look at the notes. Is there anything left? xD
Whatever, Montblanc Individuel is an amazing scent. It’s a sweet-fruity cologne for men which was released in 2003.
Firstly, I want to mention something. This cologne is extremely synthetic. If you’re okay with this, I’m pretty much sure I’ll find a Montblanc Individuel bottle in your drawer soon.
Anyway, the opening is fruity and sweet. Fresh notes of juniper berries and mint will blow your mind away. And other notes will catch up very soon.
After some time, you’ll get a flowery scent in the middle. Orange blossom, geranium, and violet balance this cologne pretty well.
Significantly, the dry-down is impressive. Vanilla and rich dark chocolate work with raspberry to settle this cologne.
I personally enjoy Montblanc Individuel’s masculine aroma. However, I found it not to last exceptionally long on my skin. I got around 4+ hours of longevity with average projection.
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When to wear Montblanc Individuel:
But, I found this cologne really inoffensive. You can wear this whenever you want. Very noticeable and a really compliments getter.
Why you should buy Montblanc Individuel:
- Very inoffensive cologne.
- All-year performer.
- Noticeable cologne.
- Smells like Creed Santal.
- Awesome price value.
Montblanc Emblem
Middle notes: Violet Leaf, Cinnamon.
Base notes: Tonka Beans, Woody Notes.
Montblanc Emblem is a spicy cologne for men. It was released in 2014.
Montblanc Emblem really surprised me. At first, I thought it is a citrusy fruity scent but later it turned out to be a spicy cologne. Don’t worry! It’s not a complicated cologne. Let me explain this to you.
Well, the opening is harsh and fruity. It smells like grapefruit mixed with cracked cardamom and clary sage.
Significantly, the heart of this cologne is really impressive. Violet leaf and cinnamon are really noticeable and really smell well.
Finally, the dry-down is totally masculine. Tonka beans and woody notes make this cologne very masculine.
One thing I must complain about is the performance. I got around 2hrs+ longevity with moderate projection from this cologne.
When to wear Montblanc Emblem:
For daytime use, you can wear this anywhere. You can have this as your office scent as well.
Why you should buy Montblanc Emblem:
- Inoffensive and compliments getter.
- Affordable.
- Feel-good masculine scent.
Montblanc Legend EDP
Middle notes: Woodsy Notes, Jasmine, Mongolia.
Base notes: Leather, Oakmoss.
Montblanc Legend EDP is a recent release from Montblanc. It was released in 2020.
Well, the opening starts with bergamot mixed with some subtle floral notes.
However, the heart is totally based on woody notes. But the floral vibe continues here too because of jasmine and mongolia.
The base is masculine in a sensual, leathery sort of way. Mixing it with some oakmoss makes the cologne really appealing.
The longevity of this cologne is really good. I got around 6+ hours of wear by this cologne with a moderate projection.
When to wear Montblanc Legend EDP:
The leathery vibe of Montblanc Legend is very masculine. If you’re going to any party or occasion, you can wear this cologne.
Why you should buy Montblanc Legend EDP:
- Very masculine.
- Good longevity.
- Affordable.
Montblanc Emblem Intense
Middle notes: Cinnamon, Rose, Apple, Violet Leaf, Nutmeg.
Base notes: Tonka Bean, Suede, Patchouli, Woody Notes.
Well, this cologne is another flanker of Montblanc Emblem. This elegant cologne was released in 2014.
The opening is fresh and warm. Cardamom, clary sage, and grape did their job well.
At first, I thought it’s going to be an intense version of Emblem but it’s quite unique.
However, nutmeg and cinnamon dominate the heart of this cologne. And other notes support them from the back.
Well, the base is woody and sweet. Woodsy notes mixed with tonka bean really make a good flavor.
Moreover, the longevity is really good. I got around 6hrs+ longevity with strong projection.
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When to wear Montblanc Emblem Intense:
You can wear it at any party or occasion.
Why you should buy Montblanc Emblem Intense:
- Good longevity.
- Very unique cologne.
- Strong projection.
Conclusion
Thank you for reading my article. I think you guys can understand how hard it was for me to rank Montblanc’s colognes. All of their colognes are great. Each of them has its own story. There can be some mistakes. Please let me know about them through the comment section. Also, comment on which cologne brand I should cover next.
