Would you spend $400 on a fragrance if a $40 one smelled almost identical? That’s the big question today as we compare the legendary Creed Green Irish Tweed with its budget-friendly challenger, Al Haramain L’Aventure Knight. Both fragrances aim for that fresh, sophisticated, masculine elegance, but do they deliver the same experience? And more importantly, is the expensive bottle really worth it?
This in-depth comparison will break down their scent profiles, longevity, sillage, and overall value to determine if L’Aventure Knight is a true dupe—or if Green Irish Tweed still reigns supreme.
The Icon: Creed Green Irish Tweed
Green Irish Tweed (GIT) is one of Creed’s most famous fragrances, dating back to 1985. It’s often associated with classic Hollywood elegance, supposedly worn by Cary Grant and a favorite among celebrities and fragrance enthusiasts alike.
Scent Profile
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Top Notes: Lemon verbena, iris
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Middle Notes: Violet leaves
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Base Notes: Ambergris, sandalwood
GIT opens with a crisp, green, and citrusy burst of lemon verbena, giving it an immediate fresh and slightly herbal touch. The iris adds a soft, elegant floral nuance, making it smell smooth and refined.
As it develops, violet leaves take center stage, bringing in that signature "freshly cut grass" scent—clean, natural, and outdoorsy. The fragrance finishes with sandalwood and ambergris, creating a creamy, slightly musky, and luxurious dry-down.
The Challenger: L’Aventure Knight by Al Haramain
L’Aventure Knight is a fragrance that often gets compared to Green Irish Tweed as a near-exact clone at a fraction of the price.
Scent Profile
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Top Notes: Lemon, bergamot, verbena
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Middle Notes: Violet leaves, iris, tea notes, nutmeg
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Base Notes: Sandalwood, patchouli, musk
At first spray, L’Aventure Knight is shockingly similar to Green Irish Tweed. The citrus and verbena combo create an almost identical fresh and herbal opening. As the scent transitions into its heart, the violet leaves and iris keep up the GIT illusion, delivering that same clean and green effect.
However, Knight introduces a subtle tea-like note and a hint of nutmeg, adding a slightly aromatic and spicy twist. It’s a tiny deviation from the Creed original but not enough to make it feel like a completely different fragrance. In the dry-down, sandalwood and musk provide a nearly identical finish to GIT, though it leans slightly earthier due to the presence of patchouli.
Performance Breakdown
A dupe isn’t just about the scent—it’s about how well it performs. Let’s compare longevity, projection, and overall performance.
Longevity
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Green Irish Tweed: 6-8 hours
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L’Aventure Knight: 8-10 hours
Surprisingly, L’Aventure Knight outperforms Green Irish Tweed in longevity. Many users report Knight lasting 10+ hours, while GIT tends to settle closer to the 6-8 hour mark. If longevity is a dealbreaker, Knight takes the lead.
Projection & Sillage
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Green Irish Tweed: Moderate
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L’Aventure Knight: Stronger projection
GIT is designed to be a refined and elegant scent, meaning its projection is never too aggressive. It creates a subtle, sophisticated scent trail. L’Aventure Knight, on the other hand, projects stronger, especially in the first few hours. If you want something that gets noticed more, Knight is the way to go.
Price Comparison: Is Creed Worth the Premium?
One of the biggest factors in this comparison is price.
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Creed Green Irish Tweed (100ml): $300-$400
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Al Haramain L’Aventure Knight (100ml): $30-$50
That’s nearly 1/10th of the price for a fragrance that smells 90-95% similar and actually lasts longer.
So, what are you paying for with Creed? Brand prestige, premium ingredients, and an iconic reputation. But does that justify the price tag? If you’re a collector or a fan of luxury, maybe. If you just want to smell amazing without breaking the bank, L’Aventure Knight is the clear winner.
Final Verdict: Dupe or Not?
After comparing scent, longevity, projection, and price, L’Aventure Knight is absolutely a fantastic alternative to Green Irish Tweed.
Why L’Aventure Knight Wins:
✅ Smells 90-95% identical to GIT ✅ Lasts longer than the Creed original ✅ Projects better for those who want more noticeable scent trails ✅ Costs a fraction of the price ($40 vs. $400)
When to Choose Green Irish Tweed Instead:
🔹 If you value the original luxury experience and don’t mind paying for the Creed name. 🔹 If you prefer a softer, more subtle projection instead of a louder fragrance. 🔹 If you believe Creed’s higher quality ingredients make a difference in the scent’s smoothness and longevity.
Conclusion: Save or Splurge?
If you love Green Irish Tweed but don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars, L’Aventure Knight is an incredible alternative. It’s fresh, green, sophisticated, and lasts even longer. Most people won’t notice the difference unless they’re fragrance experts.
On the other hand, if brand heritage, authenticity, and ultra-premium ingredients are important to you, Creed Green Irish Tweed remains a classic luxury fragrance.
The choice is yours: splurge on the original or save big with the dupe? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Have you tried either of these fragrances? Which team are you on – Team Creed or Team Knight?
