The Beat For Men

The Beat for Men by Burberry (2008)

Released in 2008 and crafted by Olivier Polge (now the in-house perfumer at Chanel), Burberry The Beat for Men was the masculine counterpart to The Beat for Women. Built around citron, black pepper, violet, geranium, thyme, leather, cedarwood, vetiver, and tonka bean, this aromatic-woody composition offered a distinctive interpretation of British masculinity through Polge’s refined perfumery technique.

The Beat for Men has been discontinued. The fragrance is no longer in active production, and authentic bottles command rising prices on resale markets. Our interpretation references the original 2008 Olivier Polge formulation as a long-lasting Eau de Parfum, made in the EU.

Bottle size: 50ml · Concentration: Eau de Parfum (up to 40% perfume oil) · Made in EU

How It Smells

The opening is immediately distinctive with citron, black pepper, and a quiet floral lift from violet that creates an unconventional aromatic introduction. There is no shy citrus burst. The Beat for Men announces its sophistication from the first spray.

The heart introduces geranium, aromatic thyme, and a touch of leather, building a refined masculine character. The dry-down settles on smooth cedarwood, dignified vetiver, warm tonka bean, and clean musks. A base that lingers on skin for hours with refined, slightly powdery, sophisticated woody depth.

Notes

Top: Citron, Black Pepper, Violet
Heart: Geranium, Thyme, Leather
Base: Cedarwood, Vetiver, Tonka Bean, Musk

How Our Version Compares

Our interpretation captures the citron-pepper-violet opening, geranium-thyme heart, and warm cedarwood-vetiver base that defined The Beat for Men. Built as a long-lasting Eau de Parfum at up to 40% concentration, typically 7 to 9 hours on skin, longer on fabric.

Common Questions

Is Burberry The Beat for Men discontinued?

Yes. The fragrance has been discontinued and is no longer in active production. Authentic bottles trade at premium prices on resale markets.

Who created The Beat for Men?

The fragrance was crafted by Olivier Polge, now the in-house perfumer at Chanel. His other work includes Balenciaga Paris and many luxury compositions.

How long does this fragrance last on the skin?

Typically 7 to 9 hours on skin, longer on clothing.

Comparative Advertising Disclaimer: This product is inspired by and compared to Burberry’s The Beat for Men, but is not identical and is not affiliated with Burberry or Coty. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Product names are used for reference only.