Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men: released in 2018, fresh spicy, aromatic and vodka, about 4h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 2/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men scent match we found is Paris Elysees Vodka Man — 84% match, about $15 (estimate) versus about $10 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paris Elysees Vodka Man | 84% | about $15* (+50%) | 5h vs 4h | 7/10 |
| 2 | O Boticário Men Only | 80% | about $30 (+200%) | 4h vs 4h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Mauboussin Private Club for Men | 78% | about $35* (+250%) | 6h vs 4h | 7/10 |
| 4 | Cuba Paris Cuba Royal | 77% | about $10* | 5h vs 4h | 7/10 |
| 5 | Zara Tobacco Collection Intense Dark Exclusive | 81% | about $25* (+150%) | 5h vs 4h | 6/10 |
Evokes the vibrant cocktail-and-spice character of Cuba VIP for Men, carrying a similarly refreshing opening into a warmer amber dry-down.
It shares its warm spicy, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 212 community ratings.
Shares a comparable aromatic and warm spicy signature reminiscent of Cuba VIP for Men, though leaning slightly smoother on the skin.
It shares its fresh spicy, amber and citrus accords with Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men, opens on Mint and Black Pepper too, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 261 community ratings.
Presents a spirited blend of fresh spices and warm amber that echoes the energetic vibe of Cuba VIP for Men.
It shares its warm spicy, fresh spicy and aromatic accords with Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men, lasts about 6h against 4h and carries 350 community ratings.
Comes from the same house and touches upon a similar warm amber footprint found in Cuba VIP for Men.
It shares its amber and fresh spicy accords with Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 1,126 community ratings.
In the same family as Cuba VIP for Men, offering a cozy amber and warm spicy atmosphere that feels familiar and comforting.
It shares its fresh spicy, aromatic and green accords with Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 893 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Cuba Paris Cuba Royal, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate).
Mauboussin Private Club for Men, at about 6h on skin, against about 4h for Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men.
Paris Elysees Vodka Man, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men itself sells from $8.95 (100 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Paris Elysees Vodka Man actually costs about $5 a year MORE than Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men. Assumes 100 ml bottles on both sides; prices are estimates.
Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Mauboussin Private Club for Men comes closest at 6.2h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Cuba Paris Cuba VIP for Men notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-30.