Mäurer & Wirtz 4711 Eau de Cologne 100ml Spray is the original Echt Kölnisch Wasser — one of the most historic and beloved colognes in the world. Created in 1792 by Wilhelm Mülhens in Cologne, Germany, this iconic citrus-aromatic composition has remained essentially unchanged for over two centuries, prized for its sparkling Italian citrus, aromatic herbs and refined floral-petitgrain base.
About 4711 (Mäurer & Wirtz)
4711 is the legendary German cologne brand whose famous "Echt Kölnisch Wasser" (Original Eau de Cologne) was created in 1792 by Wilhelm Mülhens at house number 4711 in Glockengasse, Cologne — giving the brand its iconic name. Now part of Mäurer & Wirtz, the heritage cologne has remained a beloved unisex grooming staple for generations, celebrated as one of the world's oldest still-produced fragrances.
Fragrance profile
- Top: Lemon, bergamot, orange
- Heart: Rosemary, lavender
- Base: Neroli, petitgrain
Character
4711 opens with a sparkling, classic citrus accord — lemon, bergamot and orange in their purest, most uplifting form. The heart adds calming herbal accents of rosemary and lavender, while the dry-down rests on a refined base of neroli and petitgrain. The result is an instantly recognisable, timeless citrus-aromatic cologne that has remained a beloved daily-grooming essential for over 230 years.
Who it's for
This eau de cologne is for those who love classical, heritage citrus-aromatic fragrances — particularly fans of traditional European grooming rituals and one of the world's oldest commercially produced fragrances. Truly unisex, it works beautifully year-round and shines especially in warm weather, making it a refreshing pick-me-up cologne for daytime, post-shave or hot-day refresh.
How to use
- Spray onto pulse points — wrists, behind the ears, base of the throat — after moisturising
- Hold the bottle 15–20 cm from the skin and apply 2–3 short presses
- Let the cologne dry naturally without rubbing the wrists together
- Use generously as eaux de cologne wear closer to the skin than EDPs
- Re-apply through the day; also works as a refreshing post-shave splash
- Splash a few drops on a cool cloth as a hot-weather refresher
Specifications
- Size: 100ml
- Concentration: Eau de Cologne
- Family: Citrus Aromatic / Eau de Cologne
- Gender: Unisex
- Launched: 1792
- Perfumer: Wilhelm Mülhens
- Brand: 4711 (Mäurer & Wirtz)
- Range: Original Eau de Cologne
