4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg dupe — cheaper alternatives

4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg: released in 2015, fresh spicy, citrus and conifer, about 3h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 2/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg dupe?

The closest 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg dupe we found is Grès Extrême Pureté — 86% match, about $30 (estimate) versus about $25 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg 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; * size not listed, so assumed to be 100 ml.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & NutmegProjection
1Grès Extrême Pureté86%about $30 (+20%)5h vs 3h6/10
2Guerlain Eau de Cologne Imperiale84%about $110 (+340%)3h vs 3h3/10
3Carven Vetiver83%about $35* (+40%)5h vs 3h6/10
4Avon Scent Essence - Lime Verbena​85%about $20 (−20%)3h vs 3h3/10
5Bvlgari Omnia Green Jade83%about $70 (+180%)5h vs 3h4/10
  1. Grès Extrême Pureté — 86% scent match

    Shares a similar aromatic and crisp freshness reminiscent of 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg, offering an uplifting herbal citrus profile.

    It shares its citrus, sweet and green accords with 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg, lasts about 5h against 3h and carries 290 community ratings.

  2. Guerlain Eau de Cologne Imperiale — 84% scent match

    Brings a classic citrus and aromatic brightness that feels like a more refined cousin to 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg.

    It shares its citrus, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg, lasts about 3h against 3h and carries 996 community ratings.

  3. Carven Vetiver — 83% scent match

    Leans into a sharp, green, and citrus-forward aromatic structure comparable to the refreshing spirit of 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg.

    It shares its aromatic, citrus and green accords with 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg, lasts about 5h against 3h and carries 241 community ratings.

  4. Avon Scent Essence - Lime Verbena​ — 85% scent match — discontinued

    Features a sparkling green citrus dynamic closely aligned with the lively opening character of 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg.

    It shares its citrus, floral and aromatic accords with 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg, lasts about 3h against 3h and carries 116 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

  5. Bvlgari Omnia Green Jade — 83% scent match — discontinued

    Captures a similar green, fresh-spicy essence that echoes the invigorating botanical qualities found in 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg.

    It shares its green, floral and citrus accords with 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg, lasts about 5h against 3h and carries 2,447 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg dupe is cheapest?

Avon Scent Essence - Lime Verbena​, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 20% less than 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg.

Which 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg dupe lasts longest?

Carven Vetiver, at about 5h on skin, against about 3h for 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg.

Which 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg dupe is closest to the original?

Grès Extrême Pureté, at 86% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg itself sells from $17.49 (50 ml) at partnered retailers.

How much does a 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Grès Extrême Pureté actually costs about $5 a year MORE than 4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg. 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 Lime & Nutmeg dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Carven Vetiver comes closest at 5.2h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

4711 Acqua Colonia Lime & Nutmeg notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-03.