Lime Basil & Mandarin dupes and alternatives
1 community-cited dupe of Jo Malone’s Lime Basil & Mandarin (citrus, herbal, aromatic), ranked by how close the community rates them — with prices, burn time and honest notes so you can keep the scent and lose the price tag.
Lime Basil & Mandarin is a Jo Malone candle, built around citrus, herbal, aromatic. Its note breakdown reads top: lime, mandarin; heart: basil; base: amber wood. At about $75 it is one of the most copied candles out there, which is exactly why so many makers have poured a version of their own.
The top Lime Basil & Mandarin dupe
| Dupe | House | Match | Price | Burn time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Collection Lime, Basil & Mandarin | Aldi | 85 | ~$8 / 7oz | 30-35h | Aldi's cult copy; a bright lime-mandarin-basil that shoppers rate around ninety percent of the Jo Malone for a fraction of the price. |
How much you save
The original runs about $75 for 7oz. The cheapest community-cited dupe, Hotel Collection Lime, Basil & Mandarin by Aldi, is about $8 — roughly 89% less. Per ounce that is about $10.71 down to $1.14. Throw and burn vary by room and wick, so your mileage will differ a little.
Try it yourself
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FAQ
What is the closest dupe to Lime Basil & Mandarin?
The most-cited Lime Basil & Mandarin dupe is Hotel Collection Lime, Basil & Mandarin by Aldi, rated around 85% similar by the community, at roughly $8.
Is there a cheap Lime Basil & Mandarin dupe?
Yes. Hotel Collection Lime, Basil & Mandarin by Aldi is about $8 for 7oz, one of the most affordable Lime Basil & Mandarin alternatives that still tracks the original.
Are Lime Basil & Mandarin dupes legal?
Yes. Every alternative listed here is a legal, independently-branded candle inspired by the original — not a counterfeit. They reinterpret the scent; they do not copy branding.
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