Oud Black Eau de Parfum bottle Oud Black
Edp Concentration Extrait
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2025 Year 2018
££ Price Tier £££££
Alioth Extrait bottle Alioth

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Oud Black
Oud Black is a proper statement scent, packing a punch with its rich oud and spice. It's not for the faint-hearted, definitely a love-it-or-hate-it, but if you're after something bold and memorable, this might be your new signature.
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Our Verdict - Alioth
This isn't a shy one. Alioth is a regal, unapologetic oud-rose, polarising for its animalic depth but celebrated by those who crave a distinctive, opulent scent. It's an investment, but many find it utterly essential.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2% 1%
Floral 21% 15%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 8% 7%
Sweet 13% 16%
Warm 28% 27%
Woody 15% 18%
Earthy 8% 18%
Animalic 21% 21%
Fresh 13% 8%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Oud Black EdP
Alioth Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 38% vs 31%
Cardamom 33% vs 22%
Only in Oud Black
Geranium 28%
Shared Notes
Oud 30% vs 30%
Ambergris 26% vs 29%
Musk 19% vs 20%
Only in Oud Black
Sandalwood 23%
Only in Alioth
Vanilla 19%

Accords

Oud Black Alioth
100%
Oud
55%
79%
Warm Spicy
100%
52%
Woody
97%
77%
Amber
54%
77%
Lavender
58%
Animalic
67%
Rose
64%
63%
Aromatic
54%
Earthy
60%
58%
Fresh Spicy
55%
52%
Metallic
Green
50%
Oud shared
100%
55%
Warm Spicy shared
79%
100%
Woody shared
52%
97%
Amber shared
77%
54%
77%
Animalic shared
58%
67%
64%
Aromatic shared
63%
54%
60%
Fresh Spicy shared
58%
55%
52%
50%

Performance

Oud Black Alioth
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Oud Black

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong oud and warm spicy accords, this isn't one for the office, where it could overwhelm. It's absolutely perfect for a strong impression on a date or a formal event, but its intensity makes it less suitable for casual wear or sports.

Alioth

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its immense sillage and eternal longevity make it a bold choice for office wear, best reserved for very special occasions or with a single, careful spray. It shines brightest in formal settings or on a romantic date, where its opulent character can truly impress.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
84%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Oud, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Oud, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Oud Black
Alioth
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