Rose Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2019 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
The Bosphorus
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your grandma's rose. Maison Alhambra's Rose Oud is a divisive beast: some get a sweet, wearable oud-rose, others a smoky, leathery, and even questionable aroma that leans heavily masculine. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
A well-balanced, intimate take on the classic oud and rose combo. It's a crowd-pleaser that offers decent value, transporting you to 'another side of the planet' without demanding a huge sillage.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 8% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 16% | 20% |
| Warm | 23% | 17% |
| Woody | 34% | 27% |
| Earthy | 27% | 55% |
| Animalic | 17% | 10% |
| Fresh | 2% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its powerful and assertive oud-heavy profile makes it too intense for an office setting and casual wear. However, its bold and luxurious character is well-suited for formal events and date nights where it can make a sophisticated statement.
Seasons
Occasions
Given its 'personal scent' projection, this is ideal for the office or a subtle date night, where it will be appreciated up close without overwhelming. The warm, woody accords also make it suitable for more formal yet intimate settings, though its moderate performance might underwhelm in truly grand affairs. It's too refined for sportswear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Oud, Woody, Patchouli accords and Labdanum, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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