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Each Scento decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

Every Burberry decant and perfume sample at Scento is hand-decanted from a sealed, original bottle — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. A house from United Kingdom founded in 1856, Burberry is known for signature notes like Bergamot, Lavender, Strawberry; explore 9 fragrances in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml sizes from €6.90 – €9.90 and test a scent properly before committing to a full bottle.

  • Authentic · hand-decanted from sealed bottles
  • Sizes: 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml
  • Tracked shipping to 27 European markets

Founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry, this British luxury house pioneered textile innovation with the invention of gabardine in 1879, establishing a legacy of craftsmanship that extends to its refined fragrance collections. Burberry's fragrance portfolio, launched in 1981 and now comprising 99 distinctive scents, embodies the same spirit of exploration and sophistication that defined the iconic trench coat. Each fragrance merges British heritage with olfactory artistry, creating luxury scents that celebrate the brand's 169-year tradition of quality and innovation.

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Founded Year:1856
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About Burberry

Established
1856
Origin
London, England

Burberry is a British house founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry, known for the gabardine trench coat and its check, and for perfumes such as My Burberry, Hero, Burberry Her and Goddess. Scento sells Burberry perfume samples and decants, so you can wear a scent for a full day before choosing a size.

Burberry perfumes pair British heritage imagery with wearable compositions: the garden florals of My Burberry, the juniper-and-cedar freshness of Hero, and the berry, vanilla and lavender sweetness of Burberry Her and Goddess.

Signature notes

  • Vanilla
  • Cedarwood
  • Bergamot
  • Rose
  • Jasmine
  • Strawberry
  • Lavender
  • Musk

History & heritage

Thomas Burberry opened his first shop in Basingstoke, Hampshire, in 1856, aged 21, after an apprenticeship as a draper. In 1879 he introduced gabardine, a hardwearing, water-resistant and breathable cloth, and in 1891 the house opened a shop in the Haymarket in London. The trench coat, first adapted for military use in the First World War, and the Burberry check became its best-known signs.

The first Burberry fragrance, Burberrys for Men, launched in 1981. Since 2 October 2017 Coty has held the exclusive long-term global licence to develop, make and distribute Burberry fragrance and beauty, while Burberry leads the creative direction.

The modern range is built around a few clear lines. My Burberry (2014) was created by Francis Kurkdjian and inspired by the trench coat and a London garden after rain. Hero is a men's fragrance by Aurélien Guichard built on three cedarwoods, and Burberry Her (2018) is a berry-and-vanilla fragrance created by Francis Kurkdjian. Goddess (2023) is the house's first refillable fragrance, created by Amandine Clerc-Marie around three vanilla extractions.

How to choose your Burberry

Burberry perfume samples and decants are the easy way to compare the lines. A 2 ml or 5 ml decant lets you wear My Burberry, Hero or Goddess for a full day on your own skin before you choose a size.

Choose by style. For garden florals, start with My Burberry or My Burberry Blush. For a fresh, woody men's fragrance, try Hero. For fruity sweetness, try Burberry Her or Her Intense, and for vanilla warmth try Goddess or Goddess Amber Vanilla.

Longevity and projection labels are on each Scento product page. Goddess Amber Vanilla is labelled long-lasting with strong projection, so check the page of the perfume you like before choosing a size.

How to buy Burberry samples in Europe

To buy Burberry samples in Europe you have a few honest routes: official Burberry boutiques and authorised retailers for full bottles, or Scento for authenticated Burberry decants in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml. On Scento, Burberry samples start at €6.90 — and a 2ml decant is only about 2–4% of a 50–100ml bottle, so you can try the scent properly before committing to a full size.

Best way to buy Burberry in Europe

Ways to buy Burberry in Europe, compared by commitment, EU delivery and what each route is best for.
RouteSmallest commitmentEU delivery & customsBest for
Official Burberry boutique or siteFull bottle (50–100ml)Set by the brand; varies by countryOwning the full bottle, sealed and gift-ready
Authorised retailer or department storeFull bottleIn store, or online where the retailer ships in the EUTrying in person before buying a bottle
Scento authenticated decants2ml / 5ml / 8ml decant — from €6.90Ships from the EU to 27 European markets, no extra customsTrying Burberry before a full bottle, at the lowest entry price
Official Burberry discovery set (where offered)Brand-curated mini setOnly where the brand ships it to your countrySampling a themed range chosen by the house

Routes and availability vary by brand and country — always confirm current stock, sizes and prices with each seller before buying.

Burberry sample prices & decant facts

Origin
United Kingdom
Founded
1856
Scents in stock
9
From (2ml)
€6.90
From (5ml)
€12.90
Sizes
2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml
Signature notes
Bergamot, Lavender, Strawberry
Authenticity
Original-bottle sourcing; the manufacturer code is not printed on the decant vial
Last reviewed
2026-06-18

Burberry decants & perfume samples — your questions answered

Which Burberry perfume should I try first?

It depends on the style you like. My Burberry is the floral pick, Hero is the fresh cedar and juniper fragrance for men, Burberry Her is fruity and sweet, and Goddess is a vanilla-led fragrance. A 2 ml decant of each lets you compare them before you pick a larger size.

Where can I get Burberry perfume samples and decants?

Scento sells Burberry perfumes as decants, including My Burberry, Hero, Burberry Her, Goddess and several flankers, so you can try a scent on skin before deciding whether to buy a larger size.

Who makes Burberry perfumes?

Since 2 October 2017 Coty has held the exclusive long-term global licence to develop, make and distribute Burberry fragrance and beauty, while Burberry leads the creative direction.

What does Burberry Hero smell like?

Burberry Hero opens with bergamot, moves to juniper and black pepper, and rests on three cedarwoods: Atlas, Virginian and Himalayan. It was created by perfumer Aurélien Guichard.

Which Burberry perfume is the sweetest?

Goddess and Goddess Amber Vanilla are the vanilla-led choices, and Burberry Her is the berry-sweet one, with strawberry, raspberry and blackberry. On Scento's product pages Goddess Amber Vanilla is labelled long-lasting with strong projection.

Are Burberry decants and perfume samples authentic?

Yes. Each Scento decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

How many sprays are in a Burberry sample?

As a rough guide, a perfume atomizer gives about 10–15 sprays per millilitre, so a 2ml Burberry sample is roughly 20–30 sprays, a 5ml about 50–75, and an 8ml about 80–120. Exact counts vary with the atomizer and how heavily you spray. Available sizes: 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml.

Do I pay customs or VAT on Burberry samples in the EU?

No extra customs for EU orders. Scento ships Burberry decants from within the EU to 27 European markets, so EU buyers pay no import duties or customs charges and usually receive their order in 1–5 business days. Orders to non-EU European countries may be subject to local import VAT set by your country, not by Scento.

Should I buy a Burberry decant or a full bottle?

Buy a decant to test or rotate a scent, and a full bottle once you know you love it. A 2ml decant is only about 2–4% of a 50–100ml bottle, so it lets you wear Burberry for days before committing to full-bottle price. For sealed presentation or gifting, an official boutique or authorised retailer is the better route.

Which Burberry fragrance should I try first?

Her Intense and Burberry Her are the Burberry fragrances our members reach for most, so they are the easiest place to start. If you want to explore further, Her Intense, Burberry Her, My Burberry Blush make a strong first set in affordable decant sizes.

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