Artisan Oud Extrait bottle Artisan Oud
Extrait Concentration Extrait
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2023 Year 2025
££ Price Tier ££££
Ambre Cristal Extrait bottle Ambre Cristal

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Artisan Oud Extrait
This one's a proper power play from Anfar 1950. Expect a bold, smoky oud that's smooth enough to turn heads for all the right reasons. Definitely not for the faint-hearted, but if you like 'em strong, Artisan Oud delivers.
Statement
Our Verdict - Ambre Cristal Extrait
A warm embrace of spice and leather, Ambre Cristal is a sophisticated beast. Its character unfolds with a rich complexity, though some may find its woody dry-down a touch too assertive.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 1%
Floral 8% 8%
Fruity 11% 7%
Green 1% 1%
Sweet 21% 23%
Warm 32% 36%
Woody 26% 21%
Earthy 19% 12%
Animalic 16% 16%
Fresh 2% 4%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Artisan Oud Extrait
Ambre Cristal Extrait

Notes

Only in Artisan Oud Extrait
Incense 50% Oud 50%
Shared Notes
Saffron 40% vs 26%
Only in Artisan Oud Extrait
Benzoin 40% Birch 20%
Only in Ambre Cristal Extrait
Leather 27% Rose 26% Incense 21%
Shared Notes
Amberwood 40% vs 18%
Only in Artisan Oud Extrait
Raspberry 40% Geranium 20%
Only in Ambre Cristal Extrait
Oud 33% Sandalwood 25% Tonka Bean 24%

Accords

Artisan Oud Extrait Ambre Cristal Extrait
100%
Amber
48%
84%
Warm Spicy
100%
56%
Leather
72%
62%
Smoky
51%
58%
Woody
Rose
58%
54%
Oud
55%
54%
Fruity
51%
51%
Fresh Spicy
47%
47%
Balsamic
47%
Sweet
Animalic
45%
Cinnamon
45%
Amber shared
100%
48%
Warm Spicy shared
84%
100%
Leather shared
56%
72%
Smoky shared
62%
51%
58%
58%
Oud shared
54%
55%
Fruity shared
54%
51%
Fresh Spicy shared
51%
47%
47%
47%
45%
45%

Performance

Artisan Oud Extrait Ambre Cristal Extrait
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Artisan Oud Extrait

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and intense oud-heavy profile make it a bit much for the office or casual daytime wear, but absolutely perfect for evenings. This scent commands attention, making it ideal for formal events and romantic date nights where you want to make a lasting impression.

Ambre Cristal Extrait

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong, warm spicy and leather accords, this fragrance is best suited for evening wear and special occasions where its presence can truly shine. Its richness might be overwhelming for a typical office environment or sporting activities.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
85%
Accord
76%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Leather, Oud accords and Oud, Saffron notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Artisan Oud Extrait
Ambre Cristal Extrait
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