Hawaii Volcano vs Virgin Island Water
Alexandria Fragrances vs Creed
Alexandria's Hawaii Volcano is a direct homage to Creed's Virgin Island Water, offering nearly identical tropical paradise vibes at a fraction of the luxury price.
| Hawaii Volcano | Virgin Island Water | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Alexandria Fragrances | Creed |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | unisex | unisex |
| Price Range | $45-65 | $200-350 |
| Top Notes | lime, bergamot, mandarin, coconut | lime, white bergamot, sicilian mandarin, coconut |
| Heart Notes | hibiscus, ylang-ylang, jasmine, ginger | hibiscus, ginger, ylang-ylang, jasmine |
| Base Notes | white rum, sugar cane, musk, tropical woods | white rum, sugar cane, musk, tropical woods |
| Best Seasons | spring, summer | spring, summer |
Shared Notes (10)
Notes that appear in both fragrances
What People Say
Alexandria Fragrances Hawaii Volcano
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Creed Virgin Island Water
The coconut-lime opening captures that perfect piña colada vibe without being cloying or sunscreen-like
White rum and sugar cane in the base create an authentic Caribbean cocktail smell that's sophisticated rather than juvenile
Performance is disappointingly weak for a Creed - gone within 4 hours on most skin
The coconut can smell artificial and suntan lotion-esque on some people
Longevity: 3-4 hours maximum, becomes a skin scent quickly
Value: Extremely expensive for such poor longevity, even by Creed standards
The Verdict
Virgin Island Water justifies its premium with superior longevity and refined execution, but Hawaii Volcano delivers 85% of the experience for 20% of the cost. Choose Creed if you want the smoothest, longest-lasting tropical luxury; pick Alexandria if you're budget-conscious but still want convincing Caribbean vacation vibes.
Alexandria Fragrances Hawaii Volcano
Creed Virgin Island Water