4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger dupe — cheaper alternatives

4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger: released in 2009, citrus, fresh and fresh spicy, about 3h on skin, projection 4/10, sillage 2/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger dupe?

The closest 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger dupe we found is Jeanne en Provence Verveine Cedrat — 85% match, about $10 (estimate) versus about $25 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:

How the 5 picks compare on match, price and performance. Prices are estimates for a 100 ml bottle, not live retailer prices.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & GingerProjection
1Jeanne en Provence Verveine Cedrat85%about $10 (−60%)4h vs 3h5/10
2Myrurgia 191681%about $10 (−60%)3h vs 3h4/10
3Ferrari Radiant Bergamot79%about $35 (+40%)5h vs 3h5/10
4Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo Free Time78%about $255h vs 3h6/10
5Biotherm Eau Vitaminee78%about $40 (+60%)3h vs 3h4/10
  1. Jeanne en Provence Verveine Cedrat — 85% scent match

    Delivers an invigorating burst of sparkling lemon and crisp verbena that closely captures the bright, zesty freshness of 4711 Lemon & Ginger.

    It shares its citrus, aromatic and fresh accords with 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger, lasts about 4h against 3h and carries 629 community ratings.

  2. Myrurgia 1916 — 81% scent match

    A classic Mediterranean splash evoking the uplifting citrus-forward spirit of 4711 with an added whisper of herbal freshness.

    It shares its citrus, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger, lasts about 3h against 3h and carries 148 community ratings.

  3. Ferrari Radiant Bergamot — 79% scent match

    Offers an aromatic burst of luminous citrus and subtle spice that shares the energizing, sunny character of 4711 Lemon & Ginger.

    It shares its fresh spicy, citrus and aromatic accords with 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger, lasts about 5h against 3h and carries 502 community ratings.

  4. Biotherm Eau Vitaminee — 78% scent match

    Features an uplifting wave of juicy yellow citrus and aromatic brightness in the same refreshing family as 4711 Lemon & Ginger.

    It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and aromatic accords with 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger, lasts about 3h against 3h and carries 314 community ratings.

  5. Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo Free Time — 78% scent match — discontinued

    Pairs lively lemon with a warm ginger kick, echoing the vibrant, spicy citrus energy of 4711 Lemon & Ginger with a touch more woods.

    It shares its citrus, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger, lasts about 5h against 3h and carries 593 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger dupe is cheapest?

Jeanne en Provence Verveine Cedrat, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 60% less than 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger.

Which 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger dupe lasts longest?

Ferrari Radiant Bergamot, at about 5h on skin, against about 3h for 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger.

Which 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger dupe is closest to the original?

Jeanne en Provence Verveine Cedrat, at 85% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger itself sells from $19.59 (50 ml) at partnered retailers.

How much does a 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Jeanne en Provence Verveine Cedrat saves you about $20 a year against 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger. Both priced at 100 ml; prices are estimates.

Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.

Will a 4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Ferrari Radiant Bergamot comes closest at 4.8h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

4711 Acqua Colonia Lemon & Ginger notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-16.