Stellar addition to the Rum and Wreckless series; and easily my favorite so far! Dragonfruit and coconut rum are the star players, sweetened just a touch with the vanilla and sangria/berry elements. Driftwood, bay leaf, and ambergris round out the base to create a surprisingly masculine take on some traditionally feminine notes; Dragonfruit and coconut rum blend VERY nicely with the driftwood in the drydown!

This is a really good profile I wasn't sure what to expect but it's simple and Clean and smells incredible it's a perfect fall scent it needs to be in your fall rotation

This was a custom profile I had made at Rugged pirate and it came out better than I can imagine it was great working with Nick the service was superb and my custom profile came out perfect

I only fairly recently got into the whole cologne & beard oil thing because of friends of mine at work. This company immediately stood out to me with how their interactions with customers and the public were described to me. Looked over the list, had a fun idea, and placed an order.

Man, did they nail what I was thinking on! My thought got translated into a scent in the best way possible. Great price, great shipping, and best of all - my wife loves the cologne too. 100% buying again soon.

Bearclaw the Butcher hits nicely right out of the bottle and holds strong in the beard all day long. There aren't too many Orange Creamsicle scents that can hold a candle to this one! Grab it today before he sails away!

Gasparilla is where it's at! I just can't get enough of this scent! This is the fourth order of this great one and it just keeps getting better and better! If you haven't tried this one you sure are missing out!

I was a little skeptical on this one but let me tell you, it's a very good scent! Definitely glad that I picked it up!

If you like orange scents then this one is for you! This is a very fresh and juicy orange scent that blends with a fantastic cologne that adds a nice complexity to this.

Check this one out while you still can!

Rugged Pirate Beard Co. really nailed their first outing with Fall scents with Captain Carver! This is absolutely everything that I would want in a fall scent...pumpkin, spices and straight fire! Very strong and long lasting scent that pleases all day long! I can't wait to see what else Rugged Pirate has in store for Fall 2025!

Gasparilla is just an outstanding scent. This can be worn for any occasion and it a nice strong and non-offensive scent that lasts hours upon hours! Grab it!

🏴‍☠️ Crimson Plunder – Rugged Pirate Beard Co.

Scent Profile: Dragonfruit • Sangria • Coconut Rum
Rating: 5/5

Review:
Crimson Plunder is tropical indulgence with a pirate’s edge. It opens with bright dragonfruit—exotic, subtly sweet, and fresh like melon kissed by sea breeze. Sangria follows with juicy red berries and citrus zest, adding a lush, wine-soaked vibrance that feels both festive and bold.

The heart of the scent is coconut rum: creamy, boozy, and smooth. It’s island luxury without the sugar crash. Bay leaf adds a crisp herbal twist, keeping the sweetness in check and giving the blend a refined, aromatic lift.

Base notes of smoked vanilla, ambergris, and driftwood bring depth and longevity. Smoky warmth, oceanic musk, and sun-bleached wood combine for a finish that’s coastal, masculine, and unmistakably rugged.

Feel & Performance:
Lightweight oil with excellent absorption. Leaves the beard soft, conditioned, and lightly scented for hours. No residue, no heaviness—just clean hydration and bold aroma.

Final Take:
Crimson Plunder is for the beards that sail past convention. It’s tropical, complex, and confidently different. A standout choice for anyone who wants their scent to tell a story.

This one hits like a wild card and stays like a signature. Bear F@#$er opens with a punch of snozzberry—bright, tart, and just strange enough to keep you curious. It’s not your average fruit note; it’s playful, almost psychedelic, but never overdone.

Birch slides in next, grounding the scent with dry wood and a hint of smoke. It’s clean, masculine, and gives the oil its backbone. Then the vanilla honey rounds it out—sweet, warm, and smooth. Not syrupy, not soft—just enough to balance the wild with the refined.

The blend is bold but wearable. It doesn’t shout, it smirks. Long-lasting without being overpowering, and it evolves nicely throughout the day.

Feel & Performance:
Lightweight, fast-absorbing, and leaves the beard soft without shine. No residue, no fuss—just solid craftsmanship.

Final Take:
If you want a scent that’s playful, rugged, and a little rebellious, Bear F@#$er delivers. It’s unexpected, well-balanced, and unmistakably Merchant.

As I mentioned in a previous review, I've converted to beard butters from balms. I'll take a soft, manageable, beard any day over a heavy beeswax texture. If you've never tried butter, you need to. As far as the scent goes, I really enjoy overboard. It's a great, summertime scent. Normally I'm not a huge bourbon fan but it works here. I love coconut and this definitely has it so I'm a happy camper!

I've used balm for years but after using this butter, I don't think I'm going back. This butter makes my beard so soft. The wife loves it. On top of that, the Blackbeard scent is amazing. I honestly can't wait to try the others. This is a top notch product!