Cuba Red by Cuba Paris

Forget that it’s cheap and doesn’t last long; the scent is top-tier, one of my favorites. The only downside is that lingering Cuban note it leaves on clothes after hours, but the opening is brutal. If you know anything that sounds like the opening, let me know—I’ve looked for other ‘better quality’ options and can’t find anything that casts a shadow on it.

It smells old-school, like a classic barbershop thanks to that moss base. Once it settles, it’s pure, characteristic tobacco. Ideal for cool days, 15 degrees or below, very wearable. Longevity and sillage are medium, but for the price, you can buy it without regrets. If you like sweet scents, stick to your thing; this isn’t for you.

A blast from the 70s or 80s: right out of the bottle, it smells like fresh herbs, but once it settles, it turns into wood and tobacco. Ideal for men in their 30s or 40s looking for something serious. The sillage is intimate and longevity is moderate, so you need to reapply. Tip: apply generously in ventilated areas; the opening is strong but calms down in minutes.

Of the two Cuba Paris scents I own, this and the Gold, both have moderate sillage and longevity, so reapplication is needed, but it’s worth it for the price. Cuba Red has a tobacco accord that reminds me of a box of Habanos, exactly. It doesn’t smell suffocating; it’s rich, sparkling, and casual.

My second favorite from Cuba Paris, that says a lot. This house has a dry, spiced signature with tobacco as the star. This is that accord made into perfume: a dry, crushed tobacco leaf with clove, cumin, star anise, cinnamon, and lots of pepper. The opening is fresh/mentholated but fades quickly, leaving that described profile. The dry-down is elegant and classic thanks to that green touch and lots of dry wood. If you like tobacco, give it a try; it works all year round, though autumn is ideal. One of the brand’s most solid proposals, good performance, and a great price. For more reviews, photos, and everything else, check out my Instagram and YouTube: Instagram = JL_Perfumado | YouTube = Perfúmate Con JL

Tobacco is the most noticeable note, though I’d prefer less. The opening is very abrupt and doesn’t grab me, but after 15 or 20 minutes it starts to hold up. It offers good value for money, ideal for anyone looking for an affordable tobacco scent; if you don’t like it, you’ll be repelled. I wouldn’t buy it again.

Tobacco, fresh, and herbal; it gives the impression of having mint even though it doesn’t. I see this as something for a more mature audience; it’s rich, masculine, and classic. The longevity and sillage are average, but for the price, it’s a great deal.

Eighties vibe. Opens with herbal and mentholated patchouli, reminding me of a neighborhood barbershop. It’s for daytime wear, perfect for going to work (everyday use, not for formal events).

I wouldn’t even use it as an air freshener in the bathroom. It smells like insecticide to me; it’s annoying.

I didn’t like it much; honestly, I expected something else. The scent doesn’t suit my skin; it stays dark and very bitter, and I can’t find anything that catches my attention. Every nose is different, so if you like it, enjoy it. The price is ridiculous.

I love it; it’s a delight whenever you like woody and tobacco perfumes. Since I love smoking, I understand that’s one of the reasons it fascinates me. It has a very masculine scent but isn’t too youthful. I recommend it for people over 30; it’s suitable for daily wear. It’s very affordable in Ecuador, ranging around $20. Longevity and sillage are good for the price. They say it’s similar to Burberry London, which I haven’t tried yet. I totally recommend it if you like strong tobacco and wood scents.

Starts with a delicious herbal patchouli and then the semi-sweet tobacco takes the show. Along with Cuba Gold (which smells similar to Le Male), it’s my favorites from the brand. The dry-down is very subtle but pleasant, 80s-style, refined and nice; fortunately, it doesn’t turn harsh or smell like a bath bomb like other Cubas I’ve bought. This one is highly recommended.

They gave it to me for Christmas, and even though they forgot to bring it, I didn’t expect such an exquisite scent. They’ve compared the perfume to several fragrances; while I can’t rule them all out, it definitely doesn’t resemble Boucheron. I agree with the previous reviewer: it’s a herbal, tobacco-blended scent with a sweetness that doesn’t cloy. I’m in love with it. I only recommend trying it: smell it, spray it, and watch how it evolves. I’d give it a 9/10 or an 8/10.

I agree with what was said about Shiseido Tactics. Cuba has great fragrances, but this is the first one I’ve tried and my favorite. It has nothing to do with Boucheron or citrus colognes. In Cuba Red, I detect powerful tobacco with patchouli and herbs, a scent with clear 80s inspiration but very well executed and addictive. Also dry: as the previous reviewer said, it doesn’t cloy, quite the opposite. I recommend anyone who tries it to apply generously, despite its strong opening; the fragrance rewards it, stabilizes on its own, and lasts hours with good projection.

Suitable for older men, good longevity and projection. The smell is just too old-fashioned for my taste. Be careful not to overapply.