The Beat EDT
citrus up front, then green, settling into fresh spicy.
About
The Beat EDT by Burberry is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. The Beat EDT was launched in 2009. Top notes are Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Cardamom and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Tea, Iris and Bellflower; base notes are Musk, Vetiver and Cedar. The fragrance features Tea, Mandarin Orange…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Burberry picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does The Beat EDT smell like?
citrus up front, then green, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: citrus, green, fresh spicy.
What notes are in The Beat EDT?
Top: Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Cardamom, Pink Pepper. Heart: Tea, Iris, Bellflower. Base: Musk, Vetiver, Cedar.
How long does The Beat EDT last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is The Beat EDT loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is The Beat EDT best for?
Spring is the top pick (40%). Summer is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for The Beat EDT?
Day wear leads at 89%. Night is a secondary pick at 11%.
Is The Beat EDT for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 68% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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