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John Varvatos

John Varvatos XX Elixir Cologne 2.5 oz

  • Amber leather men's fragrance
  • Bergamot, davana, rum, latigo leather, cedarwood
  • Elixir strength per title, EDP per specs
  • Spray on wrists, neck, behind ears, inside elbows
  • Crest embedded in the glass bottle

Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A rich amber leather scent with boozy rum and fruity davana, built for long wear and evening edge. Its dense leather and rum profile can feel heavy for hot days or close offices.

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ASIN: B0FHKZ16HCCategory: Cologne

Overview

Bright bergamot opens into fruity davana and rum before latigo leather and cedarwood take over in John Varvatos XX Elixir. The ambery leather trail is designed to last from dawn to dusk.

Rum and leather give a warm, rocker edged character with strong staying power. Dense notes can overwhelm in heat or small spaces.

Who it's for

Fans of leather and amber fragrances for evenings and cooler days. Those who prefer fresh aquatic scents should look elsewhere.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Rich amber leather
  • Boozy rum and davana
Cons
  • Heavy for hot weather
  • Concentration labelled two ways
  • Strong for close offices

Performance notes

Leather and cedarwood are heavy, slow evaporating notes, which is why the scent lingers all day. Spraying several pulse points spreads it evenly. A light hand helps in warm weather, when dense notes project more.

Specifications

BrandJohn Varvatos
Capacity & performance
Liquid volume2.5 fluid ounces
Age Range DescriptionAdult
Construction & materials
Material Featuresbold and modern
Other details
Fragrance ConcentrationEau de Parfum per specs; elixir per title
Item FormSpray
Fragrance familyAmbery leather
Key notesBergamot, davana essence, rum, latigo leather, cedarwood
Target genderMen
Other Special Features Of The Productsophisticated, addictive & masculine scent

Frequently asked questions

How big is the John Varvatos XX Elixir bottle?

2.5 fluid ounces.

Where should I spray John Varvatos XX Elixir?

On the wrists, neck, behind the ears and inside the elbows.

What does it smell like?

Bergamot, davana essence, rum, latigo leather and cedarwood in an amber leather blend.