Oud Elixir

Is it Worth It?

Oud Elixir is for the vibe seeker on a budget. If you love the *idea* of Angels' Share but balk at the price tag, this is a worthy substitute. Yes, there are synthetic edges. No, it doesn't have the luxurious depth of the original. But for 1/10th of the price, it captures the same essence. The wearer is someone who enjoys cozy nights in, a touch of extravagance, and doesn't mind if their secrets are whispered, not shouted.

The Scent Profile

Oud Elixir aims for the boozy gourmand warmth of Angels' Share and lands... mostly there. The initial blast of cognac and cinnamon is promising, a tipsy hug of spice. It’s about 92% of the way to the original, but the oak note is sharper, more synthetic here, less mellowed by time. The heart of praline and hazelnut emerges, a comforting sweetness. It softens the initial sharpness, but this is where the clone deviates the most. It's less nuanced, a bit more blunt. The drydown is a vanilla-sandalwood embrace, benzoin adding a touch of resinous depth, yet it lacks the intoxicating warmth and enveloping quality of Killian's masterpiece.

How Long Does it Last?

Performance is respectable. On my skin, I get about 6 hours of noticeable projection, settling into a skin scent around the 8-hour mark. Projection is moderate, creating a personal bubble of sweet, boozy aroma.