4711 Original Eau de Cologne — 4711
Eau de Cologne (EDC) from 4711.
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At a glance
† cited to the sources listed at the foot of this page.
- What it smells like†
- Citrus, Fresh & clean, Aromatic & herbal, Green · Eau de Cologne (EDC). The house lists Lemon, Bergamot, Orange.
- Best fit†
- Wearers report reaching for it most often in summer and spring.
- Performance
- Reported moderate wear; reported to sit at arm's length. These are wearer reports from one venue.
- Current formulation†
- No reformulation record found in the sources reviewed — The long-running bottle design and continued retail availability do not show formula continuity. No authenticated old-and-current label pair, comparable batch test or house continuity statement was recorded.
- Evidence
- Drawn from 40 independent reports across 5 venues.
- Full bottle
- Check the current price at Amazon
Scent description (editorial impression)
For many reviewers this is a brief pleasure: bright, slightly bitter citrus peel, dry herbs and a clean orange-blossom thread, sitting close to the skin and fading quickly.
Drawn from 40 independent reports across 5 venues.
Notes and fragrance details
- House
- 4711
- Top notes
- Lemon, Bergamot, Orange4711 Original Eau de Cologne - official product page
- Heart notes
- Lavender, Rosemary4711 Original Eau de Cologne - official product page
- Base notes
- Neroli, Petitgrain4711 Original Eau de Cologne - official product page
- Current formulation
- No reformulation record found in the sources reviewed — The long-running bottle design and continued retail availability do not show formula continuity. No authenticated old-and-current label pair, comparable batch test or house continuity statement was recorded.4711 Echt Kölnisch Wasser — community ratings and reviews
- Concentration
- Eau de Cologne (EDC)
- Category
- Designer
- Scent families (Scentorian)
- Citrus, Fresh & clean, Aromatic & herbal, Green
Sources are linked beside the details they document. We omit details we could not verify. Note lists describe a scent; they are not ingredient lists. House sources most recently read 2026-09-07.
Questions and answers
What does 4711 Original Eau de Cologne smell like?
For many reviewers this is a brief pleasure: bright, slightly bitter citrus peel, dry herbs and a clean orange-blossom thread, sitting close to the skin and fading quickly.
Drawn from 40 independent reports across 5 venues.
What are the notes in 4711 Original Eau de Cologne?
4711 publishes the following note tiers for 4711 Original Eau de Cologne.
- Top notes: Lemon, Bergamot, Orange
- Heart notes: Lavender, Rosemary
- Base notes: Neroli, Petitgrain
Notes describe the scent; the ingredient list is on the packaging.
Browse other fragrances by these notes: Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon, Neroli.
How long does 4711 Original Eau de Cologne last, and how strong is it?
Reported moderate wear; reported to sit at arm's length. These are wearer reports from one venue.
Parfumo members rate longevity 4.0 and sillage 4.4 of 10, from about 1,000 ratings each; Fragrantica's longevity and sillage votes could not be read.
Your experience may vary with the amount applied, the weather and your skin. How we assess wearer reports.
Has 4711 Original Eau de Cologne been reformulated? Is today's bottle the same as older ones?
We found no published reformulation record for 4711 Original Eau de Cologne in the sources we reviewed.
The long-running bottle design and continued retail availability do not show formula continuity. No authenticated old-and-current label pair, comparable batch test or house continuity statement was recorded.
Every fragrance's reformulation verdict, in one list: Reformulation watch.
What does the concentration label on 4711 Original Eau de Cologne mean?
4711 Original Eau de Cologne is sold as Eau de Cologne (EDC), a label commonly used for a light fragrance concentration.
No body standardises these labels, so one does not tell you how long a scent lasts or how far it carries, and versions sold under the same name can differ.
What fragrance family is 4711 Original Eau de Cologne?
We file 4711 Original Eau de Cologne under Citrus, Fresh & clean, Aromatic & herbal and Green.
These are Scentorian's browsing categories; 4711 may describe it differently. Browse by family.
Where can I buy 4711 Original Eau de Cologne?
4711 Original Eau de Cologne is available from Amazon, linked on this page. Scentorian has a commission arrangement with these retailers and may earn a commission if you buy through a link, at no extra cost to you.
We do not compare every seller, so check price, size and stock with the retailer. How Scentorian makes money.
What season is 4711 Original Eau de Cologne for?
Wearers most often reach for 4711 Original Eau de Cologne in summer and spring.
Drawn from 5,800 independent reports, all from a single venue. This is one venue's view; our usual minimum is ten reports across two venues.
Browse: Summer fragrances, Spring fragrances.
Is 4711 Original Eau de Cologne worth the money?
Most reports that address price call 4711 Original Eau de Cologne worth it.
Drawn from 628 independent reports, all from a single venue. This is one venue's view; our usual minimum is ten reports across two venues. These are reviewers' opinions; whether it is worth it to you depends on the price you find.
How does Scentorian know this about 4711 Original Eau de Cologne?
Each detail on this page links to its source: note lists and published credits come from 4711, and wearer reports come from the venues named in the sources list.
Drawn from 40 independent reports across 5 venues.
Where to buy
| Retailer | Seller type | Size | Link | Link checked | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Marketplace | 100 ml | Check current price | Not yet verified | Sold via a marketplace listing — the seller may not be the brand or an authorized retailer. |
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Amazon — 100 ml
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When wearers reach for it
Summer fragrances
Other fragrances wearers report reaching for most often in summer.
Spring fragrances
Other fragrances wearers report reaching for most often in spring.
4711 Original Eau de Cologne is filed under
Citrus
Scents of citrus peel and juice, such as bergamot, lemon and grapefruit.
Fresh & clean
Airy, watery or soapy scents associated with a clean character.
Aromatic & herbal
Herbal notes such as lavender, sage and rosemary.
Green
Scents of leaves, crushed stems and cut grass, often with a bitter edge.
Sources
- 4711 Original Eau de Cologne - official product page — 4711 / Mäurer & Wirtz
- 4711 Echt Kölnisch Wasser — community ratings and reviews — Parfumo, read in aggregate
- 4711 Echt Kölnisch Wasser — member reviews — Basenotes, read in aggregate
- 4711 Original Eau de Cologne — member reviews — Fragrantica, read in aggregate
- 4711 Original Eau de Cologne - customer reviews — FragranceNet, read in aggregate
- 4711 Original - wearer reports — Reddit, read in aggregate