Michael Malul Esquire New Journalist

Viking Cologne shares the aromatic citrus profile of Esquire New Journalist, with bergamot, lemon, and pink pepper in the top. It adds a more pronounced lavender and geranium heart, with a touch of nutmeg and rosemary. The base is richer with frankincense and sandalwood, offering a slightly warmer, more incense-like finish while maintaining a fresh, woody character.

Colonia Futura mirrors the bright citrus and aromatic herbs of Esquire New Journalist, using bergamot, lemon, and pink pepper. Its heart of clary sage and lavender is simpler, and the base is a clean vetiver. The difference lies in its greener, more linear structure and unisex lightness, making it feel airier and less spicy than the source.

Versace Man Eau Fraiche opens with bergamot, lemon, and cardamom, echoing the citrus-spicy start of Esquire New Journalist. It introduces a fruity star fruit note and tarragon in the mid, with a base of amber, musk, and saffron. The result is a more exotic, slightly sweeter scent with a woody dry down, differing from the source's herbal lavender focus.

Shooting Stars Nio begins with bergamot and neroli, offering a brighter, greener citrus than Esquire New Journalist. Its heart of cardamom, nutmeg, and pink pepper adds a spicy complexity, while the base of amber, cedar, and guaiac wood provides a deeper woody foundation. It is more refined and longer lasting, with a pronounced green floral facet.

Lime Basil & Mandarin shares the citrus and aromatic theme with Esquire New Journalist, using lime, bergamot, and mandarin. Its heart of basil, thyme, and lilac introduces a distinct herbal and floral twist, while the base of amberwood and vetiver keeps it grounded. It is lighter and more straightforward, lacking the lavender and geranium complexity.

Sauvage Eau Forte opens with bergamot, elemi, and spices, aligning with the citrus-spicy start of Esquire New Journalist. Its lavender heart is cleaner, and the base is a musky woody blend. It differs by being more minimalist and modern, with a pronounced musky freshness and less herbal depth, making it feel more streamlined.

Brooklyn starts with grapefruit, cardamom, and juniper berries, offering a spicier, more resinous citrus than Esquire New Journalist. Its heart of geranium leaves adds a green, slightly floral touch, while the cedar base is clean and woody. It stands out with a sharper, more aromatic juniper note and a drier finish.

1888 Regio shares the bergamot, lavender, and grapefruit opening with Esquire New Journalist, but introduces a floral heart of rose, jasmine, and ylang-ylang. Its base of ambrette, musk, and vanilla adds a soft, slightly sweet warmth. It differs by being more floral and musky, with a greater emphasis on elegance and versatility for evening wear.

Casafutura opens with bergamot, lavender, and rosemary, closely matching the aromatic start of Esquire New Journalist. Its heart of geranium and rose introduces a subtle floral note, while the base of cedar, musk, and sandalwood is smoother and creamier. It differs by being more floral and less spicy, with a softer, more rounded woody finish.

L'Homme begins with bergamot, ginger, and lemon, offering a spicier, sweeter citrus than Esquire New Journalist. Its heart of basil, violet leaf, and white pepper adds a green, peppery character, while the base of cedar, vetiver, and tonka bean is warm and slightly sweet. It differs by being more powdery and less herbal.

Scholar's Mate opens with bergamot, cardamom, and grapefruit, echoing the citrus-spicy top of Esquire New Journalist. Its heart of geranium, lavender, and saffron adds a spicy floral complexity, while the base of amber, cedar, and patchouli is deeper and more resinous. It differs by being more intense and amber-forward, suitable for cooler seasons.

Dubai Garnet starts with bergamot, black pepper, and cardamom, offering a spicier, more pungent opening than Esquire New Journalist. Its heart of jasmine, lavender, and rose adds a rich floral layer, while the base of amber, musk, and oakmoss is deeper and more sensual. It differs by being more floral and oriental, with a darker, more opulent character.