Score
86/100

Penhaligon's The Blazing Mr Sam

2018

“Cardamom, cinnamon and tobacco with a swagger — the dashing rogue in a velvet smoking jacket.”

The Blazing Mr Sam
warm spicy
tobacco
woody

The Blazing Mr Sam

The take

What works

  • ●Rich, smooth tobacco with cardamom and cinnamon
  • ●Sophisticated, confident masculine character
  • ●Excellent for fall and winter evenings

Trade-offs

  • ●The cumin in the opening is polarizing
  • ●Performance varies from skin to skin

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Notes

Top

Performance

Longevity
5–7 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Spring and daytime work too. Leans masculine.

When

  • Spring, 54%, works
  • Summer, 18%
  • Fall, 95%, best
  • Winter, 100%, best
  • Day, 52%, works
  • Night, 90%, best

Occasions

Gender

Leans masculine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Blazing Mr Sam smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Penhaligon's Halfeti, Chopard Oud Malaki, Andrés Croxatto Man. Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does The Blazing Mr Sam last?

5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear The Blazing Mr Sam?

The Blazing Mr Sam is best in fall and winter, at night. Spring and daytime work too. It suits date nights.

Is The Blazing Mr Sam worth it?

At this price, yes for this tier. Rich, smooth tobacco with cardamom and cinnamon. Sophisticated, confident masculine character.