17 Oud Mosaic
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2025 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Enigma of Taif
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This oud-rose is a deeply polarising one. Some call it an affordable niche-quality gem, while others are put off by its challenging scent profile of barnyard oud. Definitely not a blind buy, but if you're into an animalic, dark rose, this might surprise you.
This Taif rose and amber creation is a powerful, polarising scent. Expect a battle for hearts and minds with this beast-mode, dark floral that some adore for its luxurious depth and others dismiss as a burnt tyre. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 3% |
| Floral | 20% | 20% |
| Fruity | 15% | 8% |
| Green | 3% | 4% |
| Sweet | 21% | 18% |
| Warm | 42% | 32% |
| Woody | 4% | 17% |
| Earthy | 10% | 14% |
| Animalic | 8% | 6% |
| Fresh | 7% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
The strong, animalic oud and rose accords make this scent too bold for most office environments, but it can be a statement piece for formal events or a captivating choice for a date night. Its challenging nature makes it less suitable for casual wear or sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its nuclear projection and lasting power, combined with its strong, dark rose and amber profile, make it entirely unsuitable for office or casual wear. It shines brightest on special occasions and dates where its luxurious, attention-grabbing aura can be appreciated without overwhelming.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Labdanum, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.