Black Opium
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2014 | Year | 2026 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Espresso Aoud
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A powerhouse modern gourmand - Black Opium is an unapologetically bold, sweet, and sultry signature. The coffee-vanilla core is addictive, making it a go-to for nights out or whenever you want to command attention.
Espresso Aoud is a remarkably polarizing beast. It's a dark, complex coffee and oud combination that isn't for the faint of heart, dividing opinions sharply between those who hail it as a masterpiece and those who find it utterly unwearable. This is Roja's boldest statement in a while.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 3% |
| Floral | 20% | 15% |
| Fruity | 10% | 10% |
| Green | 3% | 0% |
| Sweet | 36% | 37% |
| Warm | 15% | 9% |
| Woody | 15% | 17% |
| Earthy | 14% | 13% |
| Animalic | 3% | 1% |
| Fresh | 9% | 7% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The deep sweetness, warm spicy notes, and rich coffee-vanilla core make this ideal for colder weather, especially fall and winter. Its heaviness can feel cloying in heat but works nicely in spring evenings.
Occasions
The bold, sweet, and sensual profile is best for dates and nights out, while formal settings suit its opulence. It's too attention-grabbing for the office and not appropriate for sporty or active scenarios.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong, long-lasting nature and significant sillage make it too much for an office setting. However, its rich, dark, and sensual character is perfectly suited for sophisticated date nights and cooler weather formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, White Floral, Warm Spicy accords and Orange Blossom, Coffee notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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