The House of Oud 2023 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Gambling

by Maurizio Cerizza

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The House of Oud Gambling is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Maurizio Cerizza. Gambling opens with Whisky, Bergamot, Sichuan Pepper, and Coffee, settles into a heart of Mastic, Cypress, Elemi, and Galbanum, and dries down to a base of Amyris, Musk, Cedar, and Vetiver. The House of Oud's Gambling carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive, complex, and certainly not a crowd-pleaser, Gambling is for those who crave a meditative, woody-resinous depth rather than an adrenaline-fueled casino dash. Skip the blind buy, this one demands your attention.
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Gambling Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
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

With its long-lasting, moderate projection and deep, complex profile, Gambling leans more towards evening and special events. While too intense for sports, it offers a sophisticated presence for formal gatherings and intimate date nights. It could work for a casual evening if you're feeling particularly introspective, but it's not an everyday office scent.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT, PARFUM \[FRAGRANCE\], AQUA \[WATER\], LINALOOL, LIMONENE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, BHT, CITRAL, ISOEUGENOL, BENZYL BENZOATE

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Opening with a boozy splash of whisky and a kick of Sichuan pepper, Gambling quickly mellows into a contemplative green blend. Mastic and cypress weave through a rich resinous core, evoking a deep, wet forest. The dry down introduces a sophisticated medley of cedar, vetiver, and guaiac wood, subtly intertwined with the lingering warmth of amyris and a hint of musky ambrette.

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