Xerjoff 2012 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Mamluk

by Chris Maurice

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Xerjoff Mamluk is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Chris Maurice. Mamluk opens with Bergamot, Honey, and Caramel, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Osmanthus, and Benzoin, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Oud, and Vanilla. Xerjoff's Mamluk carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is Xerjoff's divisive honey-oud beast. Some find it a rich, luxurious gourmand, while others recoil from its frankly urinal funk. It's a bold scent not for the faint of heart, promising an unforgettable journey, whether you love it or hate it.
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Mamluk 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its immense sillage and longevity make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for a bold statement on a date or formal evening. The challenging animalic notes push it away from casual day-to-day wear for most.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), BHT, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, AMYL CINNAMAL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, BENZYL CINNAMATE, BENZYL SALICYLATE, CINNAMAL, CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, CITRAL, COUMARIN, EUGENOL, FARNESOL, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

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

Mamluk opens with an intense, realistic honey note, often described as golden and thick, infused with sweet caramel. This gourmand core is underpinned by a complex amber warmth, with subtle floral hints of jasmine providing a counterpoint. As it dries, a musky, animalic oud emerges, sometimes perceived as barnyard or even urinous, lending a challenging edge to its otherwise opulent sweetness, settling into a long-lasting, sensual skin scent.

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Where to buy

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1.7 fl oz (50 ml) 1 offer
Nicchia Luxury UK Delivers to the United States from Italy $186.90/fl oz Free delivery $316.00 Buy → Delivers to the United States from Italy

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