Quick answer: Mykonos x RRQ is the collaboration between Mykonos and the esports team RRQ that produced Empire, a fresh citrus extrait with lime, coconut water and patchouli. It launched in April 2026 alongside MyEgo, made with rival team Alter Ego, and Empire now ships in the gold IMPERIUM bottle as part of SUNFORGED.
Mykonos x RRQ is one of the most talked-about launches in the brand's recent history, and the reason Empire is so often searched as "Mykonos RRQ" or "Empire RRQ". This guide explains what the collaboration is, how Mykonos staged it as a rivalry between two esports teams, what Empire smells like next to its rival MyEgo, and how the story continues in the gold IMPERIUM bottle. We are an authorized Mykonos retailer for Europe; the campaign details come from the brand's official channels and the scent facts from its product data and handbook.
What is the Mykonos x RRQ collaboration?
RRQ is a well-known Indonesian esports organisation, and Mykonos is an Indonesian perfume house, so the partnership made sense to both fan bases. The result is Mykonos Empire, sold in our store as Mykonos Empire x RRQ Extrait de Parfum. Mykonos introduced it with the line "Power, worn with precision" and closes its description with "Not here to follow. Here to rule." It is one of several Mykonos collaborations; you can see the others in our collaborations collection.
Two teams, two fragrances: the Mykonos esports rivalry
Mykonos did not launch Empire on its own. In March 2026 it announced a partnership with a second esports team, Alter Ego, and then revealed RRQ as the "worthy opponent". The campaign on the brand's official TikTok ran under the idea of "2 teams, 2 fragrances, 1 winner": each team got its own extrait, and fans were invited to pick a side.
- Team RRQ got Empire, a fresh citrus-tropical scent.
- Team Alter Ego got Mykonos MyEgo, a fruity, clean and ambery scent.
The build-up included a series called THE ROAST, in which the heads of both teams traded jabs, and teasers that asked fans to guess the bottles and the main notes. Both perfumes had their grand launch on 11 April 2026. The image at the top of this article is a still from the official "MyEgo vs Empire" film that Mykonos made for the campaign.
What Mykonos x RRQ Empire smells like
Mykonos describes Empire as a fresh citrus-aromatic scent that is clean, powerful and refined. Its pyramid:
- Top: lime, bergamot, mandarin orange, tropical fruits
- Heart: Sicilian orange, ginger, jasmine, coconut water
- Base: patchouli, white musk, tonka bean
The opening is crisp and sharp, with a tropical nuance from the fruit accord. Ginger and Sicilian orange give the heart energy, while jasmine and coconut water round it off. The base is short and clean: patchouli for depth, white musk for that fresh-skin finish and tonka bean for a little warmth. The launch caption summed it up as "a vibrant blend of citrus and coconut water, delivering a fresh, juicy sweetness".
In the brand handbook, Empire has a citrus, tropical and woody main accord, strong sillage, strong projection and a longevity of 12+ hours. It is an extrait de parfum, labelled masculine, and our store lists it for all four seasons and for daily wear, evenings and sport. For a full wear test, read our Mykonos Empire review.
Empire vs MyEgo: the two rivals compared
Mykonos itself made a video about "the difference between MyEgo and EMPIRE", and described the pair as having the "same fresh, clean, soapy vibe, but different soapy character". On paper they are further apart than that suggests:
| Empire (RRQ) | MyEgo (Alter Ego) | |
|---|---|---|
| Top notes | Lime, bergamot, mandarin orange, tropical fruits | Muscat grapes, pink pepper, bergamot, aldehydes |
| Heart notes | Sicilian orange, ginger, jasmine, coconut water | Amber, jasmine, geranium |
| Base notes | Patchouli, white musk, tonka bean | Musk, vanilla, transparent wood, Iso E Super |
| Character | Citrus, tropical, woody | Fruity, clean, ambery |
| Listed for | All four seasons | Autumn and winter |
| Labelled | Masculine | Unisex |
| Handbook ratings | Strong sillage and projection, 12+ hours | Strong sillage and projection, 12+ hours |
Both share bergamot and jasmine, and both end on a musky base, which explains the "clean" feeling the brand points to. The difference is the direction. Empire goes towards citrus and coconut water: bright, sporty and easy in warm weather. MyEgo goes towards grape, pink pepper and amber, with Iso E Super adding a transparent woody glow, so it sits better in cooler months. If you want one for summer and one for winter, the rivals actually make a good pair. For more on MyEgo, see Untamed vs MyEgo and MyEgo vs Stilettos.
From Empire to Imperium: the next chapter
In July 2026 Empire returned in a new form. For its SUNFORGED summer collection, Mykonos redesigned the bottle in gold and gave the scent a new name, IMPERIUM, casting it as the lion among the collection's five animals. The formula did not change: same notes, same extrait concentration. Our store therefore still sells it on the Empire product page, and the 100 ml now ships in the gold IMPERIUM bottle. The full story is in Mykonos Imperium explained, and the row-by-row comparison is in Mykonos Empire vs Imperium.
Who Mykonos x RRQ Empire suits
- Fans of fresh citrus who want more presence than a typical summer scent.
- Active days: it is one of the few Mykonos perfumes listed for sport; our guide to perfume for the gym and sport explains how to wear scent when you are moving.
- One-bottle wardrobes: it is listed for all four seasons, so it works as an everyday signature.
With strong sillage and projection, two sprays is a good start for a normal day. If you are building a collection, it also features in our list of the best Mykonos perfumes for men.
Frequently asked questions
What does RRQ stand for in Mykonos x RRQ Empire?
RRQ is the name of the esports team Mykonos partnered with for Empire. The perfume is sold as Mykonos Empire x RRQ Extrait de Parfum.
When was Mykonos x RRQ Empire launched?
Mykonos held the grand launch of Empire, together with the Alter Ego collaboration MyEgo, on 11 April 2026.
Is Mykonos Imperium the same as Mykonos x RRQ Empire?
Yes. Imperium is Empire in a new gold bottle, introduced with the SUNFORGED collection. The scent is unchanged.
Which is fresher, Empire or MyEgo?
Empire. It is built on lime, citrus and coconut water and is listed for all four seasons. MyEgo is fruitier and more ambery, and is listed for autumn and winter.
Which sizes can I buy?
Our store lists Mykonos Empire in 50 ml and 100 ml; the 100 ml comes in the gold IMPERIUM bottle. MyEgo is listed separately on its own product page.