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Which Should You Buy?
A budget classic that punches above its price, Cuba Gold delivers a cozy, masculine blend of lavender, vanilla, and spice. It is inviting, warm, and perfect for cooler evenings or casual wear.
Lattafa's Habik is a polarising spicy bomb that punches above its weight. Some find it a strong, sophisticated, masculine scent, while others struggle with its initial harshness or chemical undertones. It needs maceration to truly shine, transforming into a smooth, warm fragrance that evokes the spirit of more expensive bottles, and will definitely get you noticed.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 5% |
| Floral | 13% | 6% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 11% | 17% |
| Sweet | 25% | 17% |
| Warm | 30% | 33% |
| Woody | 12% | 13% |
| Earthy | 7% | 10% |
| Animalic | 5% | 5% |
| Fresh | 18% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The warm spicy and sweet vanilla-amber base makes Cuba Gold ideal for fall and winter, while the aromatic and fresh top brings enough lightness for spring. It can be cloying in high heat, so less suited to summer.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and smooth vanilla-spice profile are appealing and versatile for casual and date scenarios, but it can be a little bold and sweet for formal or active settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its bold and spicy nature, combined with moderate to strong projection, makes it less suited for a conservative office. It truly shines on a date night or formal event, where its sensual and mysterious profile can make a statement, but it can also be a versatile cooler weather casual scent. It's too heavy for sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Lavender, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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