Ser Al Malik
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2024 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Rose Taif
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Most of the reviews are for the *other* Ser Al Malik, the women's version, making it tough to pin down. But for the chaps' version, expect a bold, spicy, and woody affair - definitely for those who like to stand out, perhaps a bit too much for some.
This isn't your grandma's rose. Rose Taif is a polarising scent - some find it a gorgeous, comforting woody-rose, others find it too sharp and bitter. Definitely sample first before committing.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 2% |
| Floral | 24% | 30% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 11% | 5% |
| Sweet | 14% | 19% |
| Warm | 40% | 34% |
| Woody | 17% | 24% |
| Earthy | 8% | 6% |
| Animalic | 3% | 4% |
| Fresh | 12% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intense, spicy, and woody character leans towards evenings and formal wear. The stated intensity and 'offensive' nature to some suggest it's not ideal for close-quarter office environments.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and longevity make it office-safe, provided your colleagues appreciate unique scents. While it has a comforting quality suitable for casual wear, the less sweet, somewhat formal rose and woody accords might be less ideal for playful, romantic dates or highly formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Geranium, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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