Question 1

What's the difference between Y Iced Cologne and Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Y Iced Cologne is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2025) dominated by Green accords. Bottled Absolu is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Hugo Boss (2024) leaning on Amber accords. They share 5 accords: Aromatic, Patchouli, Woody, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Y Iced Cologne or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Y Iced Cologne scores 4.23/5 vs Bottled Absolu at 4.46/5. Bottled Absolu's standout strength: More discrete and less aggressive than Elixir variant. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Y Iced Cologne and Bottled Absolu smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 5 accords, including Aromatic, Patchouli, Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy. Bottled Absolu: The r/fragrance community views Bottled Absolu positively as a bold yet wearable fragrance that improves as it develops.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Y Iced Cologne or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Y Iced Cologne vs Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Y Iced Cologne scores highest for spring wear; Bottled Absolu scores highest for winter wear. Y Iced Cologne leans daytime, Bottled Absolu leans evening.

Y Iced Cologne vs Bottled Absolu

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Y Iced Cologne (5)

Uniek voor Bottled Absolu (5)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Bottled Absolu

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Eigenschap	Y Iced Cologne	Bottled Absolu
Merk	Yves Saint Laurent	Hugo Boss
Jaar	2025	2024
Beoordeling	4.23	4.46
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	masculine	masculine
Totaal noten	7	6