I originally bought Smut in its 2011 incarnation, and it has become my favourite scent. I wear it for hot dates, and it has a high success rate
The 2012 didn't work for me as well - I get the cherry/almond, but not the heavy booze from the previous year.
I have decided the 2011 has a deeper feel to it, and I like that. Don't get me wrong, I still like the 2012, but 2011 is my benchmark.