XLNC 2025
XP296 Viking
AromaticIndianMenEau de Parfum
Opens fresh and herbal with Pink Pepper, Spicy Mint, Bergamot, and Lemon building through a green, aromatic heart of Lavender, Bulgarian Rose, Clove, and Allspice over a confident base of Vetiver, White Musk, Tonka Bean, and Sandalwood.
Climate fit
Year-round Versatile across most weather, a safe everyday choice.
Should you buy it?
Loose inspiration, a different take
Only loosely related to Viking by Creed. Safe to own both.
- Wear in
- monsoon
- Wear for
- everyday
- statement
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Scent DNA
Accord profile
What your nose reads first
CitrusFreshSweetFloralSpicyWarmWoodyAromatic
Longevity
9h
Sillage
Strong
Launched
2025
Alternatives
What this fragrance is similar to
Top, Heart & Base Notes
TTop
First impression, 10–20 minHHeart
Core character, 2–4 hoursBBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hoursFAQ
Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.
Yes. XP296 Viking is widely considered inspired by Creed Viking, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.
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