Our list of the best spicy fragrances for men goes like this.

A magician, potion master, and nose who’s created some of the greatest fragrances on the planet, Serge Lutens released Écrin de Fumée in 2023 to industry acclaim. Viewed as a return to the high standard the brand set itself with scents like Fleurs d’Oranger, Nuit de Cellophane, and Un Bois Vanille, we fell in love with the pyramid of cocoa, smoke, rum, and tobacco.

If you’re looking for one of the best vegan fragrances for men, look no further than L’Eau d’Issey pour Homme Vetiver by Issey Miyake. An Eau de Toilette, the notes of vetiver, spicy ginger, and warm sage won’t shine through as strongly as those more expensive. However, being composed of 93% of ingredients of natural origin is an important buying consideration to make.

German fashion house JOOP! cranked up the sweet cosmetic heat in the mid-1990s when they introduced their namesake fragrance. The original JOOP! cologne was bold, warm and immensely popular. The brand’s latest entry, Wow!, banks on that same recognisable heat factor while aiming for a more approachable, powdery vanilla accord. The result is a borderline unisex fragrance that does what a bold cologne does best–divide its audience. A spicy vanilla perfume that translates both ways.

Part of the “blue” range from Comme des Garcons, Blue Encens brims with warmth, mystery and exotic allure. The aroma fuses crushed artemisia with mystical incense and frozen spices like black pepper and cinnamon. Expect a downright euphoric, spicy aroma that’s as spiritual as it is sensual.

It’s safe to say that fashion house Dolce & Gabbana knows a thing or two about crafting an extraordinary Eau De Toilette. Hence, when they dub something “The One” you best take notice as many (many, many) people have before you. This incredibly popular and highly acclaimed fragrance goes big on boldness by way of woody, masculine base notes like cedar and tobacco. Balancing those hotter, deeper elements are zesty bursts of bergamot, basil and ginger. Make it The One.

Inside a bottle that eerily resembles one of those memory wipers from Men in Black is a scent that seduces through far less intrusive means. Perry Ellis 360 Red is layered, long-lasting and legendary. It opens on clean citrus notes before giving way to a heart of lavender and coriander. Base notes like patchouli, vetiver and red cedar help the fragrance retain a warm and spicy accord. 360 Red is arguably the best spicy cologne for its price range.

Master of sultry seduction Tom Ford brings his “A” game on this bold, sweet and spicy stunner. Noir Extreme goes big right out of the gate, as top notes of mandarin oil and neroli blend with spicy nutmeg and saffron. At the heart is a wild desert flower fantasy drifting on an olfactory base of amber and creamy vanilla notes.

Named for a Greek demigod, Antaeus by Chanel comes on fresh and gains power as it unfurls. At the top are spicy citrus notes of lemon, lime, coriander and sage. A strong herbal heart blends thyme, basil and rose to brilliant effect. A base of patchouli and leather becomes more pronounced as the fragrance develops. Antaeus is an indisputably bold and spicy cologne that’s been galvanising endorphins for decades.

Since 1973, Paco Rabanne Pour Homme has been enchanting nostrils with its sweetly spicy aroma and musky, herbal accord. Notes of rosemary, sage and rosewood segue into a heart of tonka bean, lavender and geranium. At the base are notes of honey, musk and oakmoss. A spicy musk fit for all occasions.

Ralph Lauren is seeing red on this big, bold, masculine fragrance. A fruity, citrus opening quickly gives way to a sizzling heart of red sage, red saffron and lavender. A woody, spicy base includes coffee beans and hot amber to make sure that temperature stays in the red. Go bold. Go spicy. Go Red.

Not to be confused with the Disney movie, this Frozen delivers powerful, icy cold notes and a spicy accord. Think of it as the original La Nuit de l’Homme with the boldness factor cranked up a notch. Blasts of bergamot and lemon are accented by black pepper and geranium while the base mixes vetiver, cedar, tonka and cashmere. If you’re looking for a masculine, steadfast cologne that marks its territory but doesn’t overwhelm the senses, consider your search over.

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