Asad Elixir
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | - |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ambre Tabac
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Which Should You Buy?
This "elixir" version of Asad is a controversial one, with some branding it a watered-down fraud and others a masterpiece. It's a heavy-hitting, masculine winter fragrance, but you might need to let it "macerate" for a while to get the most out of it.
This is a beloved, smooth tobacco-amber fragrance from Daniel Josier, lauded by many as a fantastic-smelling, long-lasting gem. Some find it a bit too sweet and gourmand, or not 'tobacco' enough, but it consistently receives high praise for its quality and appeal, often compared favorably to more expensive niche options.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 12% |
| Floral | 4% | 3% |
| Fruity | 3% | 1% |
| Green | 0% | 1% |
| Sweet | 23% | 25% |
| Warm | 32% | 23% |
| Woody | 18% | 26% |
| Earthy | 20% | 24% |
| Animalic | 9% | 5% |
| Fresh | 9% | 6% |
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 winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it less suitable for the office, though some find it wearable. The scent's deep, warm, and seductive profile, emphasised by tobacco and amber, makes it perfect for dates, formal events, and colder casual evenings. It's definitely not a sport fragrance.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong projection and rich, sweet profile make it less suitable for a confined office environment. However, its sophisticated and sensual character is perfect for dates and evening events, while its cozy warmth lends itself well to casual wear in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Tobacco accords and Patchouli, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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