Zaurac

Cardamom, Sichuan pepper and oud open with a dry, spicy edge. In the heart, vetiver, sandalwood and tonka bean set that edge on a soft, woody base, and vanilla and amber close it with a sweet, oriental warmth. The overall impression is sweet, spicy and resinous, with a synthetic accord sitting in the background.

Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring also gets a share, and evening, leisure and night out are the leading occasions. Although it is classed as unisex, more than half of voters find it masculine. Le Chameau Arabia Al Oud and Tom Ford Oud Wood Parfum have a close profile.