The Merchant of Venice 2015 EDP

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Ottoman Amber

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The Merchant of Venice Ottoman Amber is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. Ottoman Amber opens with Bergamot, Geranium, and Plum, settles into a heart of Sandalwood and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Oud, Vanilla, Labdanum, and Myrrh. The Merchant of Venice's Ottoman Amber carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a seriously classy amber, less a wild night out and more a sophisticated, warm embrace. It's not a monster projector, but it creates a beautiful, lasting bubble that keeps you feeling opulent. A firm crowd-pleaser for those who adore a rich, wearable amber.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Sensual
  • Warm
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Ottoman Amber 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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warmth and moderate projection make it brilliant for dates and formal events, creating an intimate aura. While it can be worn casually, its richness might feel a bit much for everyday wear, and it's definitely too heavy for sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Ottoman Amber opens with a rich, almost syrupy plum and a subtle citrus zing from bergamot, quickly transitioning to a heart of smooth sandalwood. The dry down is where it truly shines, with a prominent, warm amber accord blended deeply with labdanum, vanilla, and hints of myrrh and oud, creating an elegant, balsamic sweetness that's inviting without being overpowering.

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