The Perfume Library

Rattikarn / รัตติกาล

7.7

Prin · 2023

Floral · Green · Sweet

Prin Rattikarn / รัตติกาล is a spicy, smoky unisex fragrance that leans towards autumn and evening wear. The notes read as one whole rather than stacked layers: cinnamon, cumin and camphor build a spicy spine, while Thai oud and frankincense add a resinous, smoky depth. Lotus and rose absolute bring the floral side, and galbanum carries a green edge; the accords also include sweet, earthy and animal tones. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, with winter second; leisure and evening wear lead, while office use sits well behind. It suits anyone, man or woman, who wants a dark, heavy scent.

Love's Illusions III

7.7

Folkwinds · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Folkwinds Love's Illusions III is a unisex scent built around rose otto and iris, with American peppermint, black cherry and blueberry giving it a fresh, floral, fruity feel; it has been discontinued. It reads as one piece rather than a progression: rose otto and iris draw the floral frame, peppermint adds a green freshness, and black cherry with blueberry absolute carries the sweet, fruity side. Chewing gum absolute makes that sweetness a little playful, while musk and Thai oud add depth underneath. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, so it lasts through the day and carries a few steps beyond the skin. Being unisex, it suits men and women alike. Folkwinds Love's Illusion and Cloud Illusions share a close profile.

Emperor's Court

8.2

Dixit & Zak · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Dixit & Zak Emperor's Court opens with jasmine, Bulgarian rose and bergamot over a heavy base of oud, amber and resins, a floral and spicy unisex scent that has been discontinued. The heart holds ylang-ylang, Egyptian jasmine, Turkish rose and Indian spices, with the flowers resting on a sweet, creamy footing. In the base, Assam oud, labdanum, frankincense, vanilla and ambergris lead, and the scent settles into something woody, resinous and faintly smoky. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with night out and evening the main occasions. More voters call it masculine, but a good share see it as feminine. Rogue Derviche and Xerjoff Alexandria III have a close profile.

Oriental Rose

8.3

Avapari

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Avapari Oriental Rose is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent that pairs Bulgarian rose with cinnamon, oud and vanilla. It opens with apple, lavender, cinnamon and rosewood, then moves into a heart of Bulgarian rose, lily of the valley and cedarwood. The base is dominated by musk, sandalwood, amber, vanilla and two kinds of oud. The floral and sweet side sits on an oriental, resinous and woody foundation, with a faint smoky edge. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and most voters score both high. Its rich, dense build suits cooler weather and evening wear. Xerjoff Alexandria II (Parfum) and Xerjoff Alexandria III have a close profile.

Oud Extraordinaire

8.4

Ensar Oud

Sweet · Woody · Oriental

Shambho

8.1

Centauri Perfumes · 2020

Floral · Green · Spicy

Centauri Perfumes Shambho is a unisex fragrance that pairs a floral, green side with a woody, resinous and earthy base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters score the longevity high. It reads as serious and grounded, and it suits men and women alike. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages: Jasmine sambac, Bulgarian rose absolute and pink lotus absolute build the floral side. Papua, Thai, Cambodian and Borneo oud join oakmoss, patchouli and fir balsam for a woody, earthy depth. Juniper berry, Peru balsam and white ambergris round out the dense weave with spicy and resinous tones.

True Forest

8.1

Pure Presence

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Pure Presence True Forest is a unisex fragrance that suits spring and autumn days, opening with citrus and settling into a resinous, woody base; it has been discontinued. The opening of wild orange, bergamot and balsam fir sets a fresh, green forest tone. In the heart, mandarin orange, lavender absolute, rosemary and petitgrain turn that freshness into a spicy greenness. The base of gaiac wood, cedar, frankincense, patchouli, vetiver and oakmoss leaves an earthy, smoky, resinous woodiness. Voters find its longevity and sillage good. Most pick spring and autumn, and lean towards leisure, business and evening wear. Masculine and feminine votes split evenly, so it doesn't lean either way. Brooklyn Soap Company New Level and Olfactive Studio Autoportrait have a close profile.

Naruemit / นฤมิต

7.9

Prin · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Prin Naruemit / นฤมิต is a unisex scent built around vervain, oakmoss and amber, with a strong green and spicy side; it has been discontinued. As a whole it rests on a woody, earthy and animalic frame. Oakmoss, Thai oud and patchouli carry that depth, while camphor, galbanum and bergamot supply freshness and the green edge. Cinnamon, cumin and nutmeg push the spice, and rose and geranium soften the floral side. Civet and deer musk leave a leathery, animalic trace. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. The character is sharp, green and spicy, so it suits those who enjoy distinctive fragrances. Its profile is close to Prin Rattikarn / รัตติกาล and Hermès Rocabar.

Yeti

7.5

Maksim Perfume · 2026

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Maksim Perfume Yeti is a unisex scent that sets a sharp opening of elemi resin, cardamom and black pepper on a woody base of oakmoss, fir needle and oud. Its longevity is moderate and its sillage good, though the vote count is small, so treat this as a rough guide. It suits men and women alike. It opens fresh, green and spicy, with elemi, cardamom and black pepper in front. In the heart, oakmoss, Douglas fir needle and black tea add a green, earthy feel. The base of sandalwood, Thai oud and gaiac wood turns woody and resinous, with a faint animal warmth. Svensk Parfym En and Granado Oud have a close profile.

When the Linden Blooms

7.5

OM Parfum · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

OM Parfum When the Linden Blooms is a fresh, floral scent whose green and fruity sides soften over a sweet, woody base. It is unisex and leans towards spring and summer days. Linden blossom, jasmine and white lilac form the floral core, while green tea and Italian bergamot keep it bright. Apricot adds a fruity softness, vanilla and Sumatran benzoin sweeten it, and sandalwood and cedarwood give it a woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer; it is chosen mostly for leisure and daily wear, and it suits the office too. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, and it reads as modern. Roberto Cavalli Gemma di Paradiso and Byredo Mojave Ghost (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Dirty Soda

7.7

Lost Tribe · 2026

Citrus · Sweet · Gourmand

Lost Tribe Dirty Soda is a unisex scent where citrus sits on a sweet, gourmand base, finishing in spicy, resinous woods. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a first impression. There is no information on seasons or occasions. It reads as unisex. The top opens with bergamot, lime and orange for freshness, while pink pepper adds a light edge. In the heart, clove, cassia and coriander seed bring the spice forward, and neroli adds a soft floral touch. The base keeps the sweetness going with vanilla, tonka bean and benzoin, while cedarwood, patchouli and oud give it a woody, resinous depth. Parfums de Marly Oajan and Shiraz Parfums Kingston have a close profile.

Black Sumatra Rain

8.3

Duftkumpels · 2020

Green · Spicy · Woody

Duftkumpels Black Sumatra Rain is a woody, smoky unisex scent that sits closest to evenings and nights out, with a resinous, earthy character. The notes read as one whole: Indonesian, Thai, Cambodian and white oud, together with Indian and Sumatran vetiver, build a woody, earthy backbone. Crete labdanum, Siam benzoin and Omani frankincense add a resinous warmth, while Bourbon vanilla softens the edges a little. Cannabis brings a green touch, and Siberian castoreum adds an animal, leathery shade. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. Evening and night out lead the votes, leisure follows, and daytime and office wear get very few. It suits anyone, regardless of gender, who wants something dense and dark. Its profile is close to Ensar Oud EO Black and Prin Loup.

Vanille Exotique

8.5

Katana

Citrus · Fruity · Spicy

Katana Vanille Exotique is a unisex scent built around orange, mandarin orange and Thai oud, with citrus, spicy and smoky sides. It has been discontinued. At the start, orange, citron and mandarin orange give a bright citrus lift. In the heart, frangipani and pink lotus add a soft floral touch, while the base is led by Thai oud and Bourbon vanilla. Vanilla sweetness rides on a woody, resinous and faintly smoky ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the sample of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. Wearable on men and women alike, it sits close in profile to Pacific Perfumes Simply Paradise and Roso Tenebris Orange.

Ambergris Cacao (Eau de Toilette)

8.5

elkhaldi · 2025

Floral · Aquatic · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Elkhaldi Ambergris Cacao Eau de Toilette is a unisex perfume that pairs a floral, sweet core with gourmand, spicy and woody touches; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, though these ratings rest on only a small number of votes. There is no clear lean towards a season or occasion, and being unisex it can be worn by anyone. The scent reads as a single whole: Taif rose, Bulgarian rose and Damask rose build the floral side, while cocoa and sour cherry sweeten it. Spices and ambergris join oud and woods behind them, giving a creamy, resinous base.

Green Oud

7.7

Katana · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Katana Green Oud is a unisex fragrance that pairs Thai oud with pine and cedarwood, lifted by citrus and peppermint freshness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though both ratings rest on a small number of votes. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter the least chosen. Leisure and evening wear lead, with night out close behind. The scent is fresh and green: bergamot and citrus notes are cooled by peppermint and myrtle. Pine, cedarwood and camphor wood build a woody backbone, while Thai oud adds an earthy, faintly animal depth. Jasmine and chasteberry keep the floral side in the background. Parfümerie Brückner Pour Homme and Xerjoff Nio have a close profile.

Borneo Day

8.0

elkhaldi

Fresh · Floral · Green

Elkhaldi Borneo Day is a unisex fragrance that sets Borneo, Vietnamese and Thai oud beside oakmoss and green apple; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, though these ratings rest on only a small number of votes. It sits comfortably on men and women alike, leaning toward neither. The fresh, floral and green accords come first, with fruity and woody sides in support. Green apple and ylang-ylang bring brightness and a soft floral touch, while hemlock fir and oakmoss lay a green, woody base. Black caraway adds a spiced edge, and the three ouds give the whole composition its depth.

Attar Oud Monarch

8.6

Bortnikoff · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Bortnikoff Attar Oud Monarch is a dense, sweet and animalic unisex scent built around Papua and Thai oud, vanilla, cocoa and civet. It opens on magnolia and frangipani, a floral start. The heart brings tobacco, cinnamon, Himalayan rose and May rose, giving a spicy warmth. At the base, vanilla, cocoa and labdanum turn it gourmand and resinous, while civet and castoreum add a dark, leathery, animal edge. Oriental and woody tones carry the whole. Longevity is rated good, and most voters find it strong. Sillage is rated good as well. Its heavy build suits cooler weather and evening wear. Those after a close profile can look at Bortnikoff Oud Monarch (Extrait de Parfum) and Custodia Libertatis Bellum.

Northern Flicker

7.5

January Scent Project · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Green

January Scent Project Northern Flicker is a green, woody unisex scent built on pine and mint, suited to anyone who wants a cool, forest-like air. Ponderosa pine, fir needle and French pine absolute form the backbone, while American spearmint and peppermint keep it bright. Bergamot adds a citrus touch, and tobacco absolute, labdanum and vetiver pull the scent towards something resinous and earthy. The overall impression is fresh, green and spicy. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, and most longevity votes fall on the high side. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are a guide rather than a verdict. It reads as unisex and has been discontinued.

Oud Al Sultan

6.9

Bortnikoff · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bortnikoff Oud Al Sultan is a unisex scent that links a fresh opening of mandarin and bergamot to the woody depth of Thai oud and gaiac wood. In the top, green mandarin, red mandarin and bergamot give a bright, citrusy start. The heart adds jasmine, rose and saffron, bringing floral and spicy layers. As it dries down, gaiac wood, Thai oud, vanilla and cedarwood take over; the woody base carries an animalic edge, while vanilla softens it a little. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though with few votes these ratings are tentative. It sits comfortably on both men and women. Mark Buxton Perfumes Sounds & Visions and Electimuss Imperium have a close profile.

Sultan White Rose

8.9

Ensar Oud · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ensar Oud Sultan White Rose is a unisex scent that opens rose and oud with fresh citrus, smoky and earthy underneath; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, and most voters find the staying power high. There are no season or occasion votes, so nothing can be said about those. It opens with green mandarin, Italian neroli and Korean yuzu for a bright citrus lift. The heart is all roses, among them Taif, Bulgarian and Swiss white rose. Papua oud, costus root, iris and ambergris set a woody, earthy, smoky base. Ensar Oud The Rose of Sandžak and Ensar Oud Taif Sultan have a close profile.

The Rose of Sandžak

8.8

Ensar Oud · 2026

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Ensar Oud The Rose of Sandžak is a unisex scent built around Taif rose, Bulgarian rose and Papua oud, reading floral, sweet and woody. Longevity and projection are both rated strong, so it suits those who want a rich fragrance that leaves a trail. It reads equally well on women and men. Roses lead the scent: Taif, Bulgarian, Afghan and Gallic roses sit side by side. Oud, cardamom and spices add a woody, spicy depth beneath them. Korean yuzu and mandarin orange bring a citrus lift, while musk and ambergris soften the sweet, oriental feel. Ensar Oud Sultan White Rose and Ensar Oud Sultan Red Rose: Isparta have a close profile.

Bishara: Mantarang

9.1

Ensar Oud · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ensar Oud Bishara: Mantarang is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance that sets sandalwood, cinnamon and pear beside Turkish coffee, mango and coconut. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage very strong, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. No season or occasion stands out, but expect a dense, far-reaching scent that holds its own. Taken as a whole it follows a gourmand, oriental line. Cinnamon, African spices and mandarin orange bring spicy warmth, while pear, mango and banana add fruity sweetness. Indian milk pudding and coconut lend a creamy softness. Thai, Cambodian and Borneo oud with sandalwood form a woody base, softened by floral notes and musk.

People's Silani

8.1

Ensar Oud

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

Ensar Oud People's Silani blends New Guinean, Sri Lankan and Thai oud into one unisex scent, and it has been discontinued. The notes have no top, heart and base split; the scent carries a single oud character from start to finish. The woody, resinous, smoky and earthy sides weigh most, while fresh, aquatic and fruity touches soften them, with a little sweetness and spice alongside. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of voters is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It suits both men and women who like a dense, natural oud. Ensar Oud Ertugrul Gazi and Ensar Oud Zestina have a close profile.

Bois d'Agar Très Très Noir

8.0

The Unleashed Apothecary · 2022

Fresh · Green · Spicy

The Unleashed Apothecary Bois d'Agar Très Très Noir is a unisex oud that pairs a fresh, green edge with woody, smoky and leathery depth. The perfume has been discontinued. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good, so it stays on the skin for hours and leaves a steady trail. Its unisex character suits anyone who likes dense, woody scents. Vietnamese, Thai and Cambodian oud form the core, with nagarmotha, Indian gurjum balsam and Manuka wood alongside. Fresh and green tones keep it airy, while spicy, resinous and earthy accords add depth.