Brasilia vs Baccarat Rouge 540
Alexandria Fragrances vs Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Alexandria's Brasilia is its Aventus interpretation: apple, pineapple and birch smoke. BR540 EDP is jasmine, saffron, an ambergris accord, dry woods and ethyl maltol.
| Brasilia | Baccarat Rouge 540 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Alexandria Fragrances | Maison Francis Kurkdjian |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | unisex | unisex |
| Top Notes | — | — |
| Heart Notes | — | — |
| Base Notes | — | — |
| Notes | apple, pineapple, birch smoke | jasmine, saffron, ambergris accord, dry woods, ethyl maltol |
| Best Seasons | fall, winter | fall, winter |
What Wearers Say
Alexandria Fragrances Brasilia
One wearer praises the pineapple and smoky-woods character.
Another wearer finds it fruit-forward and pleasant, but that emphasis isn't their preference.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540
One longtime wearer enjoys the airy jasmine, saffron and sugary character that settles into warm amber.
One EDP sampler found a dominant hospital-like smell that remained unpleasant on skin.
The Verdict
BR540 is our pick here, because Brasilia isn't a BR540 alternative. Alexandria names Creed Aventus as its inspiration, and lists apple, pineapple and birch smoke, which is Aventus's fruit-and-smoke idea. BR540 is saffron, jasmine and dry woods with ethyl maltol's sweetness. If you want Brasilia, compare it with Aventus. If you want a cheaper BR540, look at ALT Crystal or Dossier's Ambery Saffron.
Alexandria Fragrances Brasilia
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540