91%
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Arabians Tonka Eau de Parfum bottle Arabians Tonka
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2019 Year 2023
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Arabians Tonka Eau de Parfum
Arabians Tonka is notorious - a divisive, beast-mode Oud fragrance that demands attention, for better or worse. You'll either adore its sweet, powerful sillage or find it utterly overwhelming. It truly is a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
This budget-friendly Middle Eastern gem is surprisingly complex, offering a sweet, warm embrace that often defies its price tag. It's a crowd-pleaser for those who love a subtly oudy, saffron-tinged amber, though some find the opening a bit sharp and the blend inconsistent.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16% 7%
Floral 6% 12%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 5% 5%
Sweet 29% 32%
Warm 28% 20%
Woody 5% 14%
Earthy 17% 19%
Animalic 17% 19%
Fresh 10% 6%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Arabians Tonka EdP
Taraf Black EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 62% vs 36%
Bergamot 37% vs 23%
Only in Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
Oud 40%
Only in Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
Sugar Cane 42% Rose 29% Amber 28%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 25% vs 45%
Musk 17% vs 27%
Oakmoss 13% vs 26%
Only in Arabians Tonka Eau de Parfum
Sugar Cane 25% Amber 19%

Accords

Arabians Tonka Eau de Parfum Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
100%
Sweet
100%
88%
Vanilla
83%
86%
Amber
84%
72%
Oud
78%
72%
Warm Spicy
74%
65%
Rose
63%
52%
Musky
51%
Citrus
52%
48%
Metallic
51%
48%
Aromatic
46%
Powdery
Sweet shared
100%
100%
Vanilla shared
88%
83%
Amber shared
86%
84%
Oud shared
72%
78%
Warm Spicy shared
72%
74%
Rose shared
65%
63%
Musky shared
52%
51%
52%
Metallic shared
48%
51%
48%
46%

Performance

Arabians Tonka Eau de Parfum Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Arabians Tonka Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its immense sillage and longevity make it unsuitable for sensitive environments like the office. It's best reserved for date nights, clubbing, and formal events, especially in colder weather, where its powerful presence can shine without overwhelming.

Taraf Black Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its sweet and resinous profile, combined with generally good projection for the price, makes it better suited for evenings or cooler weather. While some find it light enough for casual wear, its bold character might be a bit much for most office environments.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
93%
Accord
90%
Key Similarities

Both share Sweet, Amber, Vanilla accords and Sugar Cane, Oakmoss notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Arabians Tonka Eau de Parfum
Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
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