Cardinal
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Casbah
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is the 'clean incense' everyone raves about; a bright, airy take on churchy notes that's less gloomy cathedral, more sun-drenched chapel. It's often compared to other incense giants, but Cardinal offers a unique, refined transparency.
This one's a divisive beast. If you're a hardcore incense fan, you'll likely adore its potent, churchy vibes. For others, it's an acquired taste that might be just too much. Not a crowd-pleaser, but then, who wants to please everyone?
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 4% | 5% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 12% |
| Sweet | 13% | 8% |
| Warm | 33% | 34% |
| Woody | 19% | 33% |
| Earthy | 31% | 26% |
| Animalic | 6% | 2% |
| Fresh | 11% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and clean, airy nature make it remarkably versatile, even for office wear where heavier incenses wouldn't fly. While light, its sophisticated profile makes it suitable for relaxed formal events, though its lack of massive projection might be a downside for high-impact social settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Casbah's beastly longevity and sillage, combined with its intensely smoky and spicy profile, make it less suitable for office wear. It truly shines for evening dates or formal events where its commanding presence can be appreciated, while being too heavy for casual or sport settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy accords and Pepper, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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