Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco Eau de Parfum bottle Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco
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U Gender U
2022 Year 2017
££ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco Eau de Parfum
This one is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but for those who get it, Opus XIV is a masterpiece. Forget your typical sweet tobaccos - this is a bold, complex, and unashamedly powerful scent for confident individuals who aren't afraid to stand out. It's not for the faint of heart.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Istanbul Eau de Parfum
A truly gorgeous, comforting amber that's not afraid of a bit of spice and a fresh aromatic kick. It's divisive only because some say its performance is poor, but the scent itself is a hug in a bottle.
Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 9%
Floral 10% 10%
Fruity 4% 0%
Green 8% 13%
Sweet 30% 24%
Warm 29% 25%
Woody 6% 12%
Earthy 14% 12%
Animalic 5% 6%
Fresh 10% 14%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco EdP
Istanbul EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 16% vs 42%
Bergamot 13% vs 27%
Only in Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco Eau de Parfum
Frankincense 22% Anise 18% Elemi 17% Basil 14%
Only in Istanbul Eau de Parfum
Thyme 31%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 25% vs 21%
Only in Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco Eau de Parfum
Myrrh 26% Birch Tar 24% Benzoin 24%

Accords

Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco Eau de Parfum Istanbul Eau de Parfum
100%
Amber
100%
62%
Aromatic
74%
61%
Warm Spicy
74%
55%
Vanilla
72%
71%
Sweet
60%
67%
Balsamic
61%
52%
Woody
64%
58%
Fresh Spicy
51%
58%
Tobacco
Powdery
58%
Patchouli
47%
Amber shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
62%
74%
Warm Spicy shared
61%
74%
Vanilla shared
55%
72%
Sweet shared
71%
60%
Balsamic shared
67%
61%
Woody shared
52%
64%
Fresh Spicy shared
58%
51%
58%
58%
47%

Performance

Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco Eau de Parfum Istanbul Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its beast-mode performance and overtly strong, distinct character, Royal Tobacco is completely unsuitable for office wear. It excels in formal or special evening date settings where its bold projection and opulent aroma can be appreciated without overwhelming a small space.

Istanbul Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its warm, subtle amber profile makes it adaptable for many settings, though it's too rich for sport. Many users find it perfect for office wear due to its moderate sillage and comforting nature, while its intimate warmth suits dates perfectly.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
81%
Accord
84%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Cardamom notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco Eau de Parfum
Istanbul Eau de Parfum
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