For interest of full disclosure: I love Captain's Choice Bay Rum. It is top notch. Personally, I like a spicy/clove smelling bay rum, so I didn't think I would like Captain's Choice once I smelled it. Boy was I wrong! If you are a bay rum lover, this is a must-have in the den.
When I saw Cat O' Nine Tails and read the description, I had to have it. My hope was that it was similar to the original with that clove smell infused. There is a negative to this aftershave, and that is that it did not have the clove scent. However, that is the only negative I could find.
About the splash itself. First, the scent: It is remarkably similar to the original, but there is added depth and body to it. It's like a more robust Captain's Choice. So while it did not meet my expectations in terms of the clove smell that I love, it is certainly a spicier, darker, warmer scent than the original.
Second, the packaging. My major gripe with the original bay rum was that there was not a stopper in the bottle, so it was difficult to pour the right amount. More than once I lost some valuable bay rum down the drain due to this. My complaint was heard, and the bottle now has a stopper! I also like the dark glass bottle, instead of the clear bottle on the original. It's a nice touch to the aftershave.
Finally, the performance. This bay rum is exceptional! It is as good or better than the original. When you first put it on, there is a burn there not present with the original. It's a lot like Clubman's VIBR, but not as sharp. The burn is the right amount. After the burn, the captain goes to work. The splash provides a nice soothing feeling to the skin and is very moisturizing. Like the original, there is witch hazel, so there is a feel of skin tightening with this splash as well. Personally, I like that feeling, but I know others don't. And finally, there is the scent. It is long-lasting and stays with you for much of the day. Five hours into the day and it is still going strong.
Another exceptional aftershave by Scott. Now I need to find the right soap to pair the splash with. The original pairs perfectly with Mystic Waters Bay Rum Soap. No luck yet with Cat O' Nine Tails.
Well done Captain! I look forward to your next creation.
When I saw Cat O' Nine Tails and read the description, I had to have it. My hope was that it was similar to the original with that clove smell infused. There is a negative to this aftershave, and that is that it did not have the clove scent. However, that is the only negative I could find.
About the splash itself. First, the scent: It is remarkably similar to the original, but there is added depth and body to it. It's like a more robust Captain's Choice. So while it did not meet my expectations in terms of the clove smell that I love, it is certainly a spicier, darker, warmer scent than the original.
Second, the packaging. My major gripe with the original bay rum was that there was not a stopper in the bottle, so it was difficult to pour the right amount. More than once I lost some valuable bay rum down the drain due to this. My complaint was heard, and the bottle now has a stopper! I also like the dark glass bottle, instead of the clear bottle on the original. It's a nice touch to the aftershave.
Finally, the performance. This bay rum is exceptional! It is as good or better than the original. When you first put it on, there is a burn there not present with the original. It's a lot like Clubman's VIBR, but not as sharp. The burn is the right amount. After the burn, the captain goes to work. The splash provides a nice soothing feeling to the skin and is very moisturizing. Like the original, there is witch hazel, so there is a feel of skin tightening with this splash as well. Personally, I like that feeling, but I know others don't. And finally, there is the scent. It is long-lasting and stays with you for much of the day. Five hours into the day and it is still going strong.
Another exceptional aftershave by Scott. Now I need to find the right soap to pair the splash with. The original pairs perfectly with Mystic Waters Bay Rum Soap. No luck yet with Cat O' Nine Tails.
Well done Captain! I look forward to your next creation.
