Tabac Original

EDT: Firstly, the EDT and the EDC, while sharing a base, are nothing alike. I never really understood what a barbershop smell was untill I smelled this. This really smells like the products the hairdresser from my childhood years used (early 90's). In a verry good way. While this certainly smells like a classic and times gone by, I dont feel like this one smells dated at all. The opening starts with a blast of flowers which smell verry fresh and verry clean. They dont stay with me for long. After about 30 minutes they meld into a single note which is the typical barber/hairdresser note. I think this might be neroli? (Still learning notes). This makes you smell fresh and clean. Like clean clean. This stays with me for 5-6 hours, after which a rich warm woody slightly spicy skin scent remains. This last phase it has in common with the edc. I do find the smell in all stages pretty refined and pleasant. It smells classic, but not old. Its certainly a man's scent, but its not ubermanly, like the edc. I wear this one absolutely for my own enjoyment and I dont think this will be a compliment getter. That said, my wife does seem to like it. I think this could be worn all year but I feel it fits best during spring and summer. To get the full experience however, understand this barbershop scent is barbershop first and scent second. This scent is a flanker for a verry high quality (and popular in the wet shaving community) shaving soap (the kind you lather up with a brush, like at the barber), and accompanying aftershave. As good as these scents stand on their own, I do feel they only come fully into their own right when accompanied by a propper shave. EDC: I only detect two phases in this one, and even then they smell extremely simular to my nose. You get an opening of soft peppery spice on warm woods. This is the smell that some call the 'old man's scent, and I agree this is what it is. To me, not in a bad way though. This smells verry manly man, verry adult. Dated, yes, but enduring. Capable, dependable, confident. Like your grandfather in his golden years. Dont wear this until your late 30's. This lasts for about two hours after which the notes meld and it gets hard to identify individual notes. A rich warm spicy woode skin scent remains. To be honest, the edc might verry well be the edt without the top and mids overpopering the opening of its base. This makes it even more versatile though, and makes this appropriate for literally any weather. Both are more a daily wear fragrance, and while they could certainly pass for a night out (your grandad might have), I think there are other options that would be more fitting to those occasions. Personally I prefer the EDT, but I think both are at its pricepoint extremely good, and a massive step up from the typical daywear scents most people wear.

I've been visiting "classics" this year, and now Tabac is in the firing line. Direct Hit! 10/10. It's a wonderfully subtle, light, clean scent. Soft musky powder, gentle woody notes, and delicate florals, supported by a little neroli & bergamot, some very subtle warm amber and spices. This isn't for weddings, or date nights, and it won't serve you well at a power lunch. What it WILL do however is be an ever-reliable, clean-scrubbed scent you can splash on with reckless abandon everyday of the year for work, after the gym, before you go to bed, in the middle of a BBQ, before watching a movie on the sofa with the love of your life etc. Midday, midnight, midlife. Born of 1959 and it's not one foot out of place now in 2025, it's just terrifically good stuff. And at around £20 or less for 300ml you're laughing all the way to the bank with this one. In a world of bubblegum sweet EDPs and a groaning assembly line of Oud/Rose abominations, I'd advise every man to visit some of the classic scents and brands. Works an absolute treat with traditional British barbershop sandalwood grooming products, or a generous splash of Bay Rum alongside.

im a great fan of TABAC, i have the EDC, the after shave and the shaving cream. all of these products have the same smell so u can use it in the same session without issues. regarding the scent, it's a fantastic blend of geranium, pepper, clove, sandalwood and musk. basically it's a floral composition, no tabac notes here, the drydown is more soapy giving u a fantastic sensation of a well-groomed skin. i have to point out that tabac edc is very masculine, it's floral but not in a femminine way, it's 100% manly. it's a tipical barbeshop scent, definitely retro-style but i love it so much. the performance of edc is not amazing, im not sure but the after shave seems to projects and lasts longer. never tried the edt so far. if u like the barbeshop fragrances with a touch of retro style u have to try tabac, the price is good, the quality is good, the smell is very good. it's casual, better for fall and winter and for mature guys. tabac is tabac! ottima colonia da barberia, virile e floreale. scent- 8 long- 7 sillage- 7 versatility-8 uniqueness- 8,5 bottle-6,5 compliment factor-7 my vote-8 in one word- mannlich

4Nostalji olduğunu sanmıyorum, bugünün penceresinden baktığımda da bu kokuyu çok seviyorum. Bu parfüm üzerinde noktalardan söz etmenin anlamsız olduğu sınıfta bence. Yıllar içinde beynimizde biriken kişi-insan modelleri ile anlatılabilir belki. Bu yumuşak diyebileceğim koku bana sadece "olgun ve iyi bir insan" portresi çiziyor. Kokuyu belki biraz eski bulabilirsiniz. Gerçi bu anlamda bir Azzaro ya da Paco Rabanne gibi değil yani o kadar eski bir havası yok. Kullananı daha çok memnun edecek havası ile kendisi ile barışık bir koku. Bağırmıyor, buradayım demiyor, üstünüze yapışmıyor. Her hali ile efendi ve olgun bir havası var. Biraz Hermes havası var ve Alman olduğuna inanmak zor. Takım elbise istiyor, ütülü pantolon istiyor. Olduğun gibi ol, gibi bir içsesi var. Gürültücü arkadaşların arasında kaybolmayacak bir duruşu var. Geçtiğiz günlerde Eminönü civarında karşıma çıktı ve keyifle komik bir rakama aldım. Bana o dar sokaklarda eşlik etti ve resmen huzur verdi. Bu eski günlerin beyfendisine rastlamak çok iyi geldi. Karşılaşırsanız alın, en kötü ihtimalle evde akşam iyi bir film izlerken kullanın.

Good old Tabac...... ....what Old Spice was / is in the US, Tabac was / is in Germany. More importantly is the fact, that Mäurer & Wirtz managed to continue bottling their legendary juice in those white glass bottles while Old Spice is now sitting in blunt plastic containers. Taking into consideration that those glass bottles are more expensive to manufacture one wonders how Mäurer & Wirtz manages to sell Tabac for very little money.....often for even less than Procter & Gamble is selling Old Spice for. Interestingly to many noses and confirmed by Mäurer & Wirtz every Tabac concentration smells actually quite different from.one another. The After Shave on one hand opens with a lot of lavender and that flows into powdery florals and finishes powdery with creamy woody undertones. The EdT on the other hand opens with a blast of warm citrus and changes into florals and dries down to a warmish sandalwood. No or hardly any lavender and no powder. Interestingly the After Shave can challenge the EdT for sillage and longevity. Both are excellent classic barbershop scents.

I can't believe I'm reviewing this and it's nearly 2026! How predictable of me for loving this ye olde, men's business from the late 1950's, of course I would right? Well no, not necessarily, I do like the heft and style generally associated with this sort of stuff but I think Tabac is actually exceptionally restrained. Opens with a bright but short lived herbal citrus and then an incredible soapy accord begins to develop but it's the most natural thing in the world. That 'white' creamy purity conjured by a clever formula comprising powdery floral and herbal elements, somehow evocative of leather and tobacco to me, despite not really smelling like either, just clean barbershop type stuff but regardless the association is there. That floral 'blonde' tobacco you get in many of the fragrances which came after this. The drydown is the best bit me as you get that perfect mixture of floral powder, tinged with clove, a fine carnation accord to me. I love this!!! I'd forgotten just how much, it's absolutely spectacular!!!

If you’re looking for a barbershop vibe that gives a mature scent, this is for you. I have both the EDT and EDC versions. The EDT has a slightly more ‘spicy’ scent, while the EDC is a bit more ‘creamy.’ I decided to buy a few Tabac products for layering, and the EDC is my go-to. It’s not overpowering and doesn’t get a lot of compliments, but it creates a pleasant, subtle aura of scent around you. Perfect for workwear—it doesn’t announce your presence but smoothly follows you. The EDC lasts surprisingly long, and it’s so affordable that you can reapply when needed. Why did a 23-year-old buy this? I first smelled it on my dad when I was in high school, and I was immediately drawn to it. Being an edgy teen, the name “Tabac” was also cool, lol. In my field of work, I feel like I need something more mature since I work with older people (teachers). I can’t use something like Eros every day. I know Tabac has my back and won’t disappoint. Definitely worth the 5 stars I gave!

(EDC) This is an amazing scent for any man that wants to smell well groomed and classy. It has a nice citrus floral smell and some expensive shaving cream. In the dry down it's mainly a semi sweet shaving cream smell. I would say you have to be over 35 to understand this. lasting power of the cologne is very good for the first 2 hours then slowly becomes a skin scent by 4th hour but can on some days last around 6-7 hours which is not bad at all. it is not a big projector after the first hour. For me this is a luxury scent at an affordable price. I think if this stuff lasted 8-12 hours they would be asking niche prices. can be worn for any situation this is my signature i have finally found it. I have both aftershave and EDC. if u want more florals go with the aftershave. But if u want more citrus go for the cologne. I love it. i am 40 but i would have liked this even in my early 30's stuff is timeless.

I use the body soap that comes in the tortoise shell case as well as the spray cologne. Tabac (TAH-bock as a German once pronounced for me) is a soft clean citrus floral. I wear and adore Chanel No. 5 and this is the more masculine equivalent. It is both feminine and masculine, soft and strong. I get moderate sillage for 3 to 4 hours and then it becomes a skin scent (modern formulation). It doesn't disappear throughout the day as I catch whiffs of it every so often. It is vintage as it has been around long before I was born, however there is a reason it has stood throughout time as a favorite amongst many. I have heard many reviewers who have vintage bottles say that the current formulation has not been changed, just the strength. If you are a fragrance fiend like I am give Tabac a try. It is definitely unforgettable. Rose and sandalwood are prominent in the base. A clean and refined scent for sure.

I absolutely love this fragrance. It’s a cool crisp clean scent that brings me to a nice warm spring day as I wear it in the colder months. It opens bright and soapy with a touch of citrus. It eventually warms down to a very woodsy floral musk that is just beautiful. Smooth and clean very masculine and classy. Performance is understandably a bit on the weaker side due to the edc concentration and I also wish it was a spray bottle. Not really crazy about splash bottles because it’s hard to determine how much is an adequate amount to use but out of all the splash bottles I have this has a better controlled nozzle whereby it doesn’t come out as fast. It’ll definitely do for you. Longevity is roughly 5 hours decent projection until it becomes a skin scent. All in all the clean barbershop/musky vibe is all you can ask for a great everyday wear cologne. I highly recommend Tabac Original!

At first, imagine clean linen sheets drying on a line by the seaside, a hyper clean, powdery musk with a hint of green citrus. This continues for a little while, but then the herbal twinge of chamomile sneaks in, and slowly takes the reigns alongside a little bit of lavender. This, the powdery cleanness, and some subtle soft spices march on for a couple hours, slowly calming down, the dominant herbalness being traded for a soft and warm woody musk, nothing screechy or borderline uncomfortable like some "woody musks" you'll smell nowadays, but a gentle hug, as it dies down to a skin scent. I was pleasantly surprised with how long this fragrance lasts, it's no beast mode nuclear bomb, but it'll get you through basically the whole day without need of reapplying. Note, the aftershave and the cologne smell slightly different, and In my experience the aftershave performs slightly better.

Tabac Original Eau de Cologne is such a classic barbershop-like fragrance. Although some folks may claim this is only appropriate for an older audience, I believe that any gentleman who wishes to smell clean could pull this off, young or old. Edit October 10th, 2025: I've since bought the Tabac Original shave soap, aftershave, natural spray deodorant, and bar soap. Combining those with the EDC makes for a truly invigorating shave and shower routine that leaves me feeling clean and quite gentlemanly. Also, the deodorant spray, the one in the glass bottle, has some added depth compared to the cologne. It lasts about as long but it doesn't project past your pits. I wish I could get that specific take on the Tabac Original scent as an eau de parfum, it beats out the EDC with some added sweetness that feels like how a small boutique on main street might smell.

The trusty ole classic barbershop delight that is Tabac Original charmed me when I first noticed it at Leavitt & Peirce Tobacconist in Cambridge, MA. I was struck by its bubbly, powdery citrus opening, not having yet had the knowledge of aldehydes to describe it some twenty plus odd years ago. At its core it is bittersweet and aromatic, lavender and geranium, and it settles into a comforting, woody musky base that would become a hallmark of gentleman's fragrances in the late 50s through mid 60s. I do recommend seeking out bottles with the "sawtooth" logo and the blue stripe under "Original," as these date from 2000 or earlier and feel more full-bodied than those that are missing the "sawtooth" logo or have "Tabac Original" printed horizontally rather than diagonally. This concludes my tribute to this endearing and enduring German classic.

Classic, clean, soapy and powdery fougere. Ten years ago I didn't really like this, but now when I'm almost 40, it's one of my favourites. It's beautiful. Old school, but that is just the point here. So I think this is for people who like classic soapy clean and powdery barbershop-style mens perfumes. But still I would not call this over masculine and there's nothing "old man" in this scent. I find it subtle and comforting. Eau de cologne and eau de toilette smells different. Cologne is quite heavy with neroli, citrus and carnation and edt is more aromatic and spicy. I like them both and they are perfect for layering. The bar soap is top quality and other products are very good and affordable too.

I recall reading as a kid in the mid-60's that Tabac was the favorite aftershave of the Beatles. It wasn't until several years later that I actually came across a bottle of it to sample, but I was hooked right away. Since it's a German creation, my hunch is that the lads were introduced to it during their tenure in Hamburg by Astrid Kirchherr, the photographer and fashionista who also got them wearing their distinctive hairstyles. Whether or not that's accurate, I still can't help hearing the strains of "A Hard Day's Night," "Can't Buy Me Love," or "Please Please Me" every time I splash some on. The scent fits --- it's bright, fresh, and energetic, just like those early Beatles songs.

As a long time 'wet shaver' Tabac soap and aftershave are a staple. Since I love the scent so much, I also have the EdC and EdT. The EdC is the same scent as the soap and splash, which is floral, powdery, woodsy. Yes it smells a bit dated, but I don't really look at it that way. The same way a souped up '57 Chevy is a classic, this scent is as well. Probably best suited for those 35 and up, anyone can really pull it off. I would even suggest that ladies would be just fine wearing this. I get a solid 4 hours of light projection, then it settles to a noticeable skin scent. Really best for cool fall and winter days, I still use it occasionally in the summer. Fantastic stuff.

Ok, I have the EDC, Aftershave and shave soap. NOT a tobacco scent despite the name and not an overly dated fragrance despite the 1959 original formulation. Now what this IS...A great soapy clean carnation floral peppery musky easy to wear fresh white T-Shirt fragrance. Great for a spring day. I don't know why so many people have the winter time voted for this, it will NOT punch through the cold! It will however suit you perfectly on a 60+ sunny spring day. Unisex/leaning masculine. Timeless classic and very well blended. Punches way above its weight! Longevity it meh but like I said, I have the EDC and get maybe 5 hours which is decent. Wonderful little gem here!

I’m not sure where to put this review, but I assume the EdT was introduced in 2014. It really needs its own entry, imho. To my nose, this is a genuine masterpiece. A sharp, soapy opening quickly gives way to a marvelous burst of florals. From there, it settles into a creamy, slightly sweetened sandalwood fragrance with hints of tobacco and cinnamon, all while retaining an unmistakably clean and soapy vibe. Tabac EdT is basically luxury shave soap in fragrance form, and that is a truly wonderful thing. It’s the type of fragrance that draws people in, rather than blasting them in the face.

I am not going into detail with notes on this one, but just say that ANY woman who wants to smell clean can use this! And of course any man, but since its aimed at men I find it important to mention that any woman that ́s into smelling bright, clean, newly showered should take a look at this instead of using those dreadful Clean- scents. THIS, my friends, is clean, just lathered, perky at that. My man cannot use his Santal Majusucle or Narciso for Men at work, so every morning he wakes me up smelling from this- it ́s the cleanest ever! Totally unisex.

Review for the original eau de cologne: That this is still made and can be had for the price of two fancy coffee drinks - for a 100mL bottle, is absolutely crazy. I’m wearing it now and while it’s no powerhouse scent (I grew tired of those anyway!), it does last a solid 3-4 hours before becoming a soapy, softly floral skin-scent. Just when I think it’s disappeared altogether, I’ll catch a whiff of it swirling around me and it makes me smile. I’m no fragrance snob and this bottle will be proudly displayed next to the Le Labos, the Hermes, etc.