Short answer: Zesty Tiger is D&E Fragrances' Extrait de Parfum take on Boadicea the Victorious Tiger. It costs from £14.99 (5ml sample) to £44.95 (50ml), against £95 for just 10ml of the original on the Boadicea website. Shop Zesty Tiger →
- Smells like: sparkling grapefruit and ginger over a peppery floral heart and a woody, ambery base
- Best for: daytime wear, spring and summer, anyone who likes a fresh scent with a bit of bite
- Honest note: inspired by, not an exact clone
Boadicea the Victorious is a British house known for bold, unapologetically luxurious perfumes, and Tiger is its zesty, spicy, energetic one. The pricing is part of the story: the Boadicea website lists Tiger at £95 for a 10ml bottle, which works out far above the price per ml of most designer fragrances. That is a lot to spend on a scent you have only smelt on a card.
What does Boadicea the Victorious Tiger actually smell like?
Tiger is a citrus-led fragrance that does not stay simple for long. The fruit and ginger give a bright, crackling opening, then pepper and white florals add some heat before a woody, mellow base takes over. Based on the notes published by the brand:
- Top: citrus fruits, ginger, blackcurrant
- Heart: magnolia, pepper, jasmine
- Base: patchouli, sandalwood, vetiver, amber, musk
The blackcurrant gives the citrus a slightly juicy, tart edge, while the vetiver and sandalwood keep the drydown clean and dry rather than sweet.
Why people look for a Boadicea the Victorious Tiger dupe
Boadicea sells in small bottles at niche prices and is not stocked on many high streets, so trying Tiger in person is not easy. If you want a zesty, spicy citrus to wear on busy weekdays, a £95 10ml bottle is hard to justify, because you would use it up quickly. A lower-priced alternative lets you wear something in the same fresh, peppery family as often as you like, and the 5ml sample makes it a low-risk way to find out whether the style suits you.
Boadicea the Victorious Tiger vs Zesty Tiger at a glance
| Tiger (original) | Zesty Tiger (D&E) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £95 for 10ml (Boadicea website) | £14.99 (5ml) to £44.95 (50ml) |
| Concentration | Not stated on the brand page | Extrait de Parfum |
| Style | Citrus, ginger, pepper, woods and amber | Zesty citrus and ginger with a warm woody base |
| Sizes | 10ml | 5ml, 12ml roller, 15ml, 30ml, 50ml |
Introducing Zesty Tiger - Insp by Boadicea the Victorious Tiger
Zesty Tiger is our own composition, inspired by the fresh, peppery citrus-and-woods family that Tiger belongs to. It is available as a 5ml sample at £14.99, a 12ml roller or 15ml at £19.99, a 30ml at £34.99 and a 50ml at £44.95. It is made as an Extrait de Parfum, which means a higher concentration of fragrance oil than a standard Eau de Parfum, so it tends to sit closer to the skin with more richness and staying power. Try Zesty Tiger from £14.99 →
Being upfront about the comparison
We want to be clear: Zesty Tiger is inspired by Tiger, not a copy or replica of it. The original is a niche formula built from materials we do not have access to, so expect a similar mood and direction rather than an identical scent. If you love Tiger's bright grapefruit, ginger and pepper, you will probably enjoy Zesty Tiger, but the details will differ. If you want to compare, order the 5ml sample first.
Longevity and projection
As an Extrait de Parfum, Zesty Tiger should last a good number of hours on skin, with moderate projection that is noticeable without being loud. Citrus openings fade fastest, so expect the first burst of grapefruit to settle within the first hour into the woods and amber. Spraying on pulse points and onto moisturised skin helps it last longer, and results always vary with skin type and weather.
The verdict
If you like zesty, peppery citrus with a woody finish but not the price of a 10ml bottle, Zesty Tiger is a worthwhile and affordable alternative to explore, especially from just £14.99 for the sample. Just go in knowing it is its own scent inspired by Tiger rather than an exact match. If you enjoy this house's style, you may also like our Boadicea the Victorious Glorious dupe guide. Shop Zesty Tiger →
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Boadicea the Victorious and Tiger are trademarks of their respective owners. D&E Fragrances is not affiliated with them. Zesty Tiger is D&E's own original composition, inspired by the fragrance family.