Creed Viking Eau de Parfum 100ml is a bold, woody-aromatic men's fragrance launched in 2017 by Olivier Creed, the sixth-generation master perfumer of the historic Creed house. Inspired by the Viking spirit of exploration, the composition pairs a sharp, herbal opening of pink pepper, mint, bergamot, lemon and absinthe with a rich aromatic-floral heart of lavender, Bulgarian rose, clove, allspice and jasmine, settling into a refined base of vetiver, cedar, white musk and tonka bean.
About Creed
The House of Creed dates back to 1760, originally as a London tailor before relocating to Paris and supplying perfumes to royal clients including Empress Eugénie and Napoleon III. Today, Creed remains one of the most prestigious heritage perfumeries in the world, family-owned for seven generations, and best known for the cult Aventus (2010). Viking sits within Creed's contemporary men's line as one of the boldest, most aromatic compositions.
Fragrance notes
- Top: Pink Pepper, Spicy Mint, Bergamot, Lemon, Absinthe, Orange
- Heart: Lavender, Bulgarian Rose, Clove, Allspice, Orris Root, Jasmine
- Base: Vetiver, Cedar, White Musk, Tonka Bean
Olfactory family: Woody Aromatic | Launched: 2017 | Perfumer: Olivier Creed
The story behind Viking
Olivier Creed conceived Viking as an ode to the explorers who left Scandinavian shores to chart new lands — fearless, pioneering, restless. The mint-and-absinthe top notes evoke the bracing chill of cold seas; the lavender-and-clove heart references the warmer, spicy interior of a longhouse; and the cedar-vetiver base anchors the composition in dark, structural wood. The flacon takes Creed's recognisable square-shouldered silhouette in a midnight-black tinted glass with the brand's signature gold cap.
Who it's for
Viking suits men who like bold, characterful aromatic-fougère compositions and are comfortable with strong projection — wearers of Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille, Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de l'Homme, or Creed's own Aventus, who are open to a more herbaceous, mint-led alternative. Best in autumn and winter, ideal for evenings, formal occasions and statement-piece wear.
How to wear it
- Spray onto pulse points — chest, sides of the neck, inside of the wrists — from around 15cm.
- Two sprays are usually plenty given the strong projection.
- Apply over an unscented body lotion to extend longevity, particularly on dry skin.
Specifications
- Size: 100ml
- Concentration: Eau de Parfum
- Gender: Men
- Brand: Creed
- Year: 2017
- Perfumer: Olivier Creed
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