Oud Al Mubakhar Eau de Parfum bottle Oud Al Mubakhar
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
- Year 2011
£ Price Tier ££££
Attar Alwan Eau de Parfum bottle Attar Alwan

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Oud Al Mubakhar
This isn't just another rose oud; it's a divisive, budget-friendly scent that splits opinions. Some find it a masterpiece of Middle Eastern florals, others detect burnt plastic or urinal cakes. Buy this if you're bold enough to risk the strong medicinal saffron opening for a potentially regal dry down.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Attar Alwan
Divisive, absolutely. This one's either a vibrant, sparkling rose-aldehyde dream or a full-on grandma scent - there's really no in-between. Don't blind buy, trust me.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12% 7%
Floral 29% 24%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 5% 3%
Sweet 20% 24%
Warm 16% 23%
Woody 12% 8%
Earthy 12% 14%
Animalic 14% 12%
Fresh 11% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Oud Al Mubakhar EdP
Attar Alwan EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 63% vs 26%
Only in Oud Al Mubakhar
Bergamot 36%
Shared Notes
Geranium 29% vs 33%
Only in Oud Al Mubakhar
Rose 47% Violet 23%
Only in Attar Alwan
Nutmeg 34% Heliotrope 32%
Shared Notes
Musk 30% vs 25%
Patchouli 21% vs 26%
Only in Oud Al Mubakhar
Sandalwood 27% Tonka Bean 21%
Only in Attar Alwan
Amber 27% Labdanum 21%

Accords

Oud Al Mubakhar Attar Alwan
100%
Warm Spicy
77%
96%
Rose
100%
64%
Fresh Spicy
81%
73%
Powdery
63%
70%
Woody
Amber
67%
65%
Musky
56%
63%
Aromatic
50%
52%
Floral
58%
55%
Metallic
Patchouli
54%
50%
Citrus
50%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
77%
Rose shared
96%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
64%
81%
Powdery shared
73%
63%
70%
67%
Musky shared
65%
56%
Aromatic shared
63%
50%
Floral shared
52%
58%
55%
54%
Citrus shared
50%
50%

Performance

Oud Al Mubakhar Attar Alwan
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Oud Al Mubakhar

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong sillage and impressive longevity, Oud Al Mubakhar isn't ideal for a discreet office environment. However, its complex and 'expensive' aroma makes it a fantastic choice for evening dates or formal events where you want to make a statement, and many reviewers embrace its bold character for everyday casual wear too.

Attar Alwan

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its bold projection and classic, opulent character make it less suitable for a modern office or casual wear. Best reserved for formal events or a special night out where its rich accords can truly shine without overwhelming.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
86%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities

Both share Rose, Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy accords and Rose, Geranium notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Oud Al Mubakhar
Attar Alwan
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