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Which Should You Buy?
This is one of Amouage's most divisive creations, a bold statement scent that you'll either adore for its unique spice blend or recoil from its notorious cumin kick. Definitely sample before you commit.
This one's a divisive hit, with incense and spices at its heart plus a vanilla sweetness. Some find a 'very strange vegetal note' that ruins it, while others are absolutely hooked, calling it addictive and high-class. You'll either love or hate that unique green pepper edge.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 1% |
| Floral | 5% | 4% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 6% | 10% |
| Sweet | 22% | 18% |
| Warm | 30% | 40% |
| Woody | 16% | 12% |
| Earthy | 15% | 17% |
| Animalic | 12% | 9% |
| Fresh | 7% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and robust spicy-amber profile make it too overwhelming for the office or casual daywear. Instead, it shines in cooler weather settings like formal events or intimate dates, where its complexity can be appreciated without being intrusive.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated, slightly smoky nature makes it best suited for evenings and formal events, scoring high for dates and dressier occasions. While not a sillage bomb, it's too distinctive for most office environments, and definitely not for sporty endeavors.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy accords and Musk, Ginger notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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