Davidoff Cool Water is such a fragrance that is loved by many. And when a cologne is popular in the perfume world, several dupes are created by perfumers so that they can be easily sold.
These dupes are sometimes a blessing if they are done properly as you can have a different experience with them that have accords you like.
As Davidoff Cool Water is an inexpensive cologne already, let us see if we can find better clones of Cool Water in any other way.
I have been researching fragrances for months to determine the best alternatives to Cool Water. Keep reading till the end to know about these dupe colognes in detail.
Which Colognes Smell Like Davidoff Cool Water?
Davidoff released Cool Water in 1988. The cologne has a fresh aromatic scent.
The top notes of Cool Water are Sea water, Lavender, Mint, Green Notes, Rosemary, Calone and Coriander.
The opening of Cool Water is aquatic and minty. You will be reminded of the sea the moment you smell it.
The cologne generates floral notes with lavender and neroli after a little while. As always, lavender helps it to be calm and contained. There is a slight touch of spice which holds the overall scent together.
You can detect tobacco in the fragrance; however, it is green and natural. As time passes, the fragrance becomes woody and musky and has a soapy texture. Although aquatic accords are always present.
As the name suggests, Cool Water is great for summer and spring. You can make it your signature scent for summer, as it can be easily pulled off formally and casually.
The cologne will provide you with 8 hours of longevity with moderate projection.
Cool Water has been one of the most liked aquatic perfumes for many years. This non-complex fragrance is still loved by many.
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So, here are the best colognes that smell like Cool Water:
Creed Green Irish Tweed
Top notes are Lemon Verbena and iris;
Middle note is Violet Leaf;
Base notes are Ambergris and Sandalwood.
We have Green Irish Tweed by Creed, which is even older than Davidoff’s Cool Water, released in 1985. And to this day, people are obsessed with this cologne. It is a fresh, woody fragrance close to Cool Water.
Is it 100% similar to Cool Water? No.
An essential part of Cool Water, which is its aquatic accord, is missing in Green Irish Tweed. That is why it fails to become a perfect replica of Cool Water.
The perfume has a citrusy note instead of an aquatic one and comes from lemon verbena. It is muscular and smooth.
The woody tone and ambergris are very present in the dry down. The cologne is clean and crispy but powdery and soapy at the same time.
The projection of Green Irish Tweed is noticeable but not super strong. However, its longevity is outstanding. You do not have to worry about reapplying the whole day after using it once.
Of course, as you expect from a Creed fragrance, the price of it is much higher than Cool Water.
When to wear?
Green Irish Tweed is a great cologne for summer and spring days. You can easily make it your signature scent. But if the price tag does not allow you, you can save it for special occasions.
Why should you wear it?
- Great longevity.
- High-quality alternative of Cool Water.
- Muscular cologne.
Coty Aspen For Men
Top notes are Green Notes, Bergamot, Lemon and Galbanum;
Middle notes are Lavender, Juniper, Geranium, Coriander, Cyclamen, Orange Blossom and Jasmine;
Base notes are Balsam Fir, Cedar, Oakmoss, Musk and Amber.
Coty Aspen For Men is an amazing dupe of Cool Water, released in 1889. It is refreshing, and the green notes are so prominent that they remind you of nature when you smell them.
If you want an affordable aromatic cologne, you must go to Aspen.
The woodsy accord of Aspen is much stronger than Cool Water’s as it comes from the balsam fir tree. It produces a good balance between all the notes of the cologne.
Aspen For Men is an inexpensive alternative to Cool Water but does not smell cheap. You will get it for around $10.
Aspen For Men is similar to Cool Water, with its own personality. Its performance is better than a few high-brand perfumes. It is not great, but it will stay with you for at least a couple of hours. And you will get a lasting power of 3 to 4 hours.
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When to wear?
Aspen For Men is great for spring and summer; you can stretch its usage to fall. However, it is not for winter. In winter, you need something bold and strong. And it is more of a day cologne.
Why should you wear it?
- Cheap alternative.
- Woodier than Cool Water.
Armaf Tres Nuit
Top notes are Lemon Verbena, iris and Lemon;
Middle notes are Lavender, Violet and Spicy Notes;
Base notes are Ambergris and Sandalwood.
If you like Cool Water’s aquatic accords but at the same time you want more predominating floral notes, Armaf Tres Nuit is made for you. The floral aspects come from iris, lavender and violet.
Tres Nuit may have more dominating florals, but it is similar to Cool Water for its fresh accords from lemon verbena and lemon. And Cool Water also contains lavender as well.
The citrusy notes are combined with spicy notes, creating a lovely fragrance.
Instead of having a soapy texture from sandalwood, Tres Nuit is powdery. It makes the cologne smoother.
The projection and longevity are both moderate. The fresh accord thrives its scent for the first 1 or 2 hours, then becomes a body cologne.
Tres Nuit also does not have aquatic notes like Cool Water.
When to wear?
Tres Nuit is best for the warmer month. You can wear it in the autumn, but it will shine mostly in spring. Men, from teenagers to adults, can pull off Armaf Tres Nuit. There is no age barrier.
Why should you wear it?
- Muscular cologne.
- No age limitation.
- Office wear.
Rasasi Egra Men
Top notes are Violet Leaf, Juniper Berries, Spruce and Grapefruit;
Middle notes are Fir, iris and Galbanum;
Base notes are Ambergris, Sandalwood, Musk and Oakmoss.
The fresh aroma of Egra is the strongest of all the dupes of Cool Water. You will feel like walking on the grass when you smell Egra.
It does not miss the floral touch. Iris and galbanum are the reason behind that magic.
The cologne also comes with some sweet accords, which must be from grapefruit. It is also very smooth.
The dry down has strong wood and ambergris. This part is close to Cool Water.
The bottle of Egra is quite classy with a beautiful design and is fully black. The presentation would not let you believe you can get this bottle for around $30.
Egra’s projection and longevity are spectacular, especially according to its price.
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When to wear?
The subtle muscular cologne is great for the office. The freshness keeps you motivated all day to work. Season-wise, Egra is made for spring and summer.
Why should you wear it?
- Affordable fragrance.
- Beautiful presentation.
- Good longevity.
- Fresher than Cool Water.
Bond No 9 Chez Bond
Chez Bond is a green-based fragrance released in 2003 by Bond No 9. It is a fresh and green scent which is a perfect dupe for Cool Water, although the aquatic part is missing here as well the others.
Chez Bond is a tea-based cologne. The greenness of the tea increases the crispiness of the fragrance, which is escorted by grass and citrus. In this way, the cologne receives its depth.
As the cologne dries down, its strength expands. The tea note still goes strong with adding cedar, sandalwood and vetiver.
The woody tone combined with tea makes the fragrance smell like a forest.
The longevity of Chez Bond is more than 6 to 7 hours. And its projection is noticeable when you enter the room. Sadly, the price of it is on the higher end.
When to wear?
Chez Bond is also made for summer and spring. The fresh forest vibe can be fully enjoyed when the sun is out. It is great for office wear.
Why should you wear it?
- A luxurious version of Cool Water.
- Herbal cologne.
- Good quality fragrance.
Conclusion
Davidoff Cool Water is an aquatic cologne with refreshing accords. It is hard to get fragrances the same as Cool Water. However, after searching immensely, the right fragrances have been found.
Try any of these colognes if you want an alternative to Cool Water. They are all fresh-scented colognes that will go with your vibe. To be completely risk-free, buy decants of the fragrances before committing to a full bottle.
If you have any further queries, please ask them in the comment section, and I would be happy to answer them.
