Maison Alhambra EDP

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Woody Oud

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Maison Alhambra Woody Oud is an Eau de Parfum. Woody Oud settles into a heart of Sandalwood, and dries down to a base of Oud and Amberwood. Maison Alhambra's Woody Oud carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a seriously divisive clone. Don't believe the marketing hype about it being 95% identical; it isn't. Some reckon it's a stellar dupe, while others pick up on a 'synthetic mess' or 'burning plastic' vibe. Tread carefully, and don't blind-buy hoping for a cheap win.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Masculine
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Woody
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Woody Oud Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
11%
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Sandalwood100%
Baseas listed
Oud55%
Amberwood45%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given the strong woody and oud accords, this fragrance is best suited for colder weather and formal occasions. Its moderate performance, with common reports of 3-6 hour longevity, makes it acceptable for office wear but might require reapplication for longer events. The bold scent profile isn't ideal for casual daytime or sport activities.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Woody Oud opens with a dry, sharp, and very woody accord, immediately introducing a prominent, slightly animalic oud note that some describe as barnyard-like. As it settles, creamy sandalwood emerges, softening the edges of the initial intensity. The base rounds out with a persistent amberwood, adding a warm, resinous depth to the lingering oud and wood backbone. It's a linear scent, strong on its namesake notes.

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