Is Lattafa Asad Bourbon a dupe of Azzaro The Most Wanted?
The Most Wanted Parfum
Azzaro by Michel Girard, Nadège Le Garlantezec, Shyamala Maisondieu, Roxanne Kirkpatrick Original Acquired
The Most Wanted Parfum
| Parfum | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2022 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Asad Bourbon EDP
While both share a sweet and spicy vanilla core, Azzaro's The Most Wanted and Lattafa's Asad Bourbon diverge significantly in quality and execution. The Most Wanted offers a polished, well-blended experience with prominent ginger and woods, justifying its higher price. Asad Bourbon, while undeniably similar, leans heavily into synthetic sweetness and lacks the refinement of its counterpart. It's a budget-friendly alternative, but be prepared for a less nuanced and potentially cloying experience. The Most Wanted is the clear winner for those seeking sophistication, while Asad Bourbon serves as a 'good enough' option for casual wear.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a modern, mass-appealing fragrance.
- You appreciate a well-blended, quality scent.
- You want a noticeable compliment-getter.
- You like spicy and woody notes with your vanilla.
- You're on a tight budget and want a similar vibe.
- You enjoy very sweet and powdery fragrances.
- You don't mind synthetic notes for the price.
- You want a fragrance for casual, everyday wear.
Explosively warm and sweet with a spicy kick, The Most Wanted Parfum balances crowd-pleasing vanilla with striking ginger and woods. An assertive, ultra-modern compliment magnet for cooler nights.
A divisive scent for the masses, Asad Bourbon aims for sophisticated sweetness but can come across as a muddled, synthetic mess. It's affordable, but you get what you pay for; a good enough dupe if you're not fussy, but don't expect miracles.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The intense vanilla, amberwood, and spicy ginger make this a powerhouse for fall and winter, offering warmth and richness that cut through the cold. Its sweetness and powdery facets give it some versatility for spring evenings but can feel cloying in hot summer weather.
Occasions
Commanding projection and sweet-spicy richness make it ideal for dates and nights out, while its boldness can overwhelm in close office or sporty settings. Works best for leisure, social, or semi-formal occasions where you want to stand out.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This is a strong, sweet fragrance with a good projection that's best suited for cooler weather. While some find it versatile enough for daily office wear, its intensity and sweetness make it more appropriate for nights out or casual gatherings.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 1 of its 3 notes, including Vanilla
Adds ginger and woody notes, drops amber and cacao pod
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
The Most Wanted Parfum
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International (4)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work
International (3)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work