Eau de Toilette2012
A Men Pure Shot
Jacques HuclierThe nose · 50 fragrances · also made A Men Pure Malt Creation (2013)Portrait →

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Mugler  ·  Sold as masculine

A Men Pure Shot

The crisp air of an urban park at twilight, where the scent of mint and juniper berries blends with earthy patchouli.

3.89772 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprint
aromaticfresh spicywoodywarm spicygreenpatchouli
A Men Pure ShotPremium · $100–250
46%Similar accords, often for lessThe One Sport · Dolce&GabbanaMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares cardamom, patchouli and sequoia8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate29% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak7%
Weak12%
Moderate52%
Long lasting25%
Eternal4%
SillageModerate31% say strong or enormous
Intimate18%
Moderate51%
Strong18%
Enormous13%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

BaseFoundation

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine84%
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Unisex15%
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Feminine1%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

A*Men Pure Shot by Mugler was launched in 2012 and crafted by the renowned perfumer Jacques Huclier. This fragrance opens with a vibrant mix of juniper berries, mint, and white pepper, creating an aromatic freshness that is both invigorating and bold. The heart notes of cardamom add a warm spiciness, while the base of patchouli and sequoia provides a grounding woody warmth. It seamlessly transitions from day to night, making it as suitable for a crisp morning meeting as it is for an evening out.

How to wear it

Apply one or two sprays to ensure the aromatic top notes are balanced by the woody base. This fragrance is best enjoyed close to skin rather than in a wide sillage, so aim for pulse points.

Fig. 01 — A Men Pure Shot, Mugler

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Jacques Huclier portrait
03 · The nose

Jacques Huclier

The nose behind A*Men

Jacques Huclier is a senior perfumer trained at ISIPCA who began his career at Haarmann & Reimer (now Symrise), mentored by Olivier Cresp and Pierre Bourdon, before moving through Quest and returning to Givaudan in 2003.

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The A Men line

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Designer Mugler

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A Men Pure ShotA Men Gold Edition
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With Mugler A Men Gold Edition

Adds coffee, lavender and amber; shares mint and patchouli.

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.89/ 5 · 772 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 30%, disliked or hated by 18%.

Love30%
Like48%
OK4%
Dislike17%
Hate1%
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