Side-by-side comparison of Premium Blend by Original Penguin and Explorer by Montblanc
Original Penguin
Montblanc
| Attribute | Premium Blend | Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Original Penguin | Montblanc |
| Year | 2016 | 2019 |
| Rating | 4.27 | 4.24 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | masculine | masculine |
| Total Notes | 11 | 9 |
19 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Premium Blend by Original Penguin receives minimal but moderately positive community feedback. Community members note it as a respectable daily fragrance with a pleasant citrusy profile and decent performance, though it generates significantly less discussion and enthusiasm compared to mainstream designer fragrances in the r/fragrance community.
79 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.2
/10
The r/fragrance community views Montblanc Explorer as a solid, affordable alternative that shares the fresh citrus DNA of Aventus but is distinctly different, particularly in the drydown. While praised for value, consistency, and wearability, it's criticized for being overly linear and ambroxan-heavy compared to Aventus's complexity, making it a good standalone fragrance rather than a true clone.