Avengers

Warm spice does the talking here. Nutmeg and pepper lead, cut with a light fruity sweetness, and a green thread runs through the middle before the scent settles onto caramel, sandalwood and cedar. The result is soft and a little sugary rather than sharp, which is why it reads as an easy first cologne.

Released in 2012 as part of the Marvel fragrance line, it wears close and casual, with modest projection and a few hours of life. Think school days, weekends, and gifting to a fan of the comics or the films rather than formal evenings.

Eau de toilette, 3.4 oz. Unisex.