Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum bottle Opus XVI Timber
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2025 Year 1998
££££ Price Tier ££
Rocabar Eau de Parfum bottle Rocabar

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum
This one's a mixed bag, with some calling it a mass-appealing masterpiece and others a Christmas candle knock-off. If you're after a smooth, woody experience without Amouage's usual challenging edge, Timber might be for you, but don't expect it to reinvent the wheel.
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Our Verdict - Rocabar Eau de Parfum
Rocabar is a true classic, an understated woody masterpiece with a deep, calming warmth. While some debate its newer formulation's strength, the original's elegance is undeniable, projecting timeless sophistication that feels both unique and universally appealing.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 3% 10%
Floral 3% 8%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 13% 14%
Sweet 13% 13%
Warm 20% 17%
Woody 41% 35%
Earthy 12% 14%
Animalic 0% 0%
Fresh 21% 21%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Opus XVI Timber EdP
Rocabar EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Juniper 25% vs 23%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 16% vs 17%
Patchouli 13% vs 15%
Only in Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum
Sandalwood 25% Palo Santo 25% Cedar 20%
Only in Rocabar Eau de Parfum
Fir Resin 26% Benzoin 25% Oakmoss 17%

Accords

Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum Rocabar Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
75%
Aromatic
97%
63%
Fresh Spicy
67%
55%
Warm Spicy
63%
44%
Amber
48%
Vanilla
48%
Citrus
46%
Fresh
46%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
75%
97%
Fresh Spicy shared
63%
67%
Warm Spicy shared
55%
63%
Amber shared
44%
48%
48%
46%
46%

Performance

Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum Rocabar Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its blend of polished woods and warm spices suits formal and date occasions perfectly without being overwhelming. While reviewers note its strong projection and longevity, its refined character makes it suitable for office wear, especially with fewer sprays. It's a bit too distinguished for casual settings and certainly not for sport.

Rocabar Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate sillage and refined woody-aromatic profile make it highly versatile for office and casual wear, while its understated elegance suits a date or less formal events. The woody notes lend themselves nicely to outdoor casual activities, but its lack of projection and freshness makes it unsuitable for active sports.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
84%
Accord
90%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Juniper, Cypress notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum
Rocabar Eau de Parfum
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