4711 cologne was made in 1792 in Germany by Ferdinand Muelhens. According to some fragrance experts the term "cologne" has its origins to this fragrance since it was made in the city with the same name. The street address where the shop was located was 4711. Today 4711 cologne is a refreshing citrus fragrance, 4711 warms to a light floral-woody base. The 4711 fragrance is made with world's finest essential oils, including sandalwood from India, attar of roses and vetiver oil from Haiti.