The line, compared

Every Aqua Vitae, compared

3 fragrances in Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Aqua Vitae line, from 2013 to 2021. Ratings, lasting power and season come from wearers’ votes; accords show what each one adds to the original.

Most worn: Aqua Vitae Forte1,333 ratings
Highest rated: Aqua Vitae Forte3.90 of 5
Longest lasting: Aqua Vitae Forte6.5 of 10

Aqua Vitae Forte

Launched: 2015
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Rating: 3.90 · 1,333 ratings
Lasting power: 6.5 of 10
Best in: summer, spring
Most wearers say: unisex

Adds warm spicy to the original's profile.

The original

Aqua Vitae

Launched: 2013
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Rating: 3.80 · 1,001 ratings
Lasting power: 4.4 of 10
Best in: summer
Most wearers say: unisex

Leads with citrus, vanilla, woody.

Aqua Vitae Cologne Forte

Launched: 2021
Concentration: Cologne
Rating: 3.46 · 690 ratings
Lasting power: 4.9 of 10
Best in: summer, spring
Most wearers say: unisex

Adds floral and musky to the original's profile.