Maison Alhambra 2022 EDP

F £ Acquired

Cassius

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Maison Alhambra Cassius is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Cassius opens with Nutmeg and Apple, settles into a heart of Rose and Tonka Bean, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Vanilla. Maison Alhambra's Cassius carries an Acquired verdict, a vanilla-led wear.

A polarizing but ultimately successful tribute, Cassius delivers massive performance and a distinctive patchouli-vanilla punch at an unbeatable price. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent profile, but for those who love it, it's an absolute beast, almost identical to its niche inspiration.
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Accords

Vanilla
100%
Patchouli
83%
Fresh Spicy
80%
Warm Spicy
63%
Woody
62%
Fruity
58%

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Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its 'nuclear' projection and strong sillage mentioned by many, Cassius is best reserved for situations where it can truly shine without overpowering. It's too bold for the office and completely unsuitable for sport, but its luxurious, confident character makes it ideal for dates and cooler-weather formal events, as well as some evening casual wear.

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About

Cassius opens with a rich, dark fruitiness from green apple, quickly spiced up by prominent nutmeg. As it develops, a rosy-sweet-tobacco like tonka bean emerges, creating a complex heart. The dry down is dominated by an intense, earthy patchouli, softened and sweetened by a deep vanilla, with a persistent hint of fruit through to the end. Expect a warm, sweet, and woody journey.

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