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Which Should You Buy?
This budget tobacco-honey powerhouse is a divisive but ultimately beloved fragrance, often needing some 'maceration' time to truly shine. For the price, it's a no-brainer if you're into warm, sweet tobacco.
Saaqi is a divisive blend; a bold, sophisticated wine and tobacco scent that some find intoxicatingly unique while others are overwhelmed by a peppery kick. Definitely not one for a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 4% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 7% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 48% | 42% |
| Warm | 32% | 28% |
| Woody | 12% | 11% |
| Earthy | 13% | 20% |
| Animalic | 4% | 2% |
| Fresh | 0% | 2% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong projection and rich, sweet tobacco character make it less suitable for office wear but ideal for dates and casual evenings. While some find it too sweet for formal events, its perceived luxury and warmth from honey and vanilla can certainly dress it up for special occasions.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its heavy sillage and unique, intense notes like wine and tobacco, Saaqi is best suited for evening wear and special occasions. It's too potent for the office and completely unsuitable for casual daytime activities or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Tobacco accords and Vanilla, Tobacco notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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