Citrus Oud

Final Thoughts

If you love Cedrat Boise but can’t justify the price, Citrus Oud is a great alternative. It scratches the same itch . It's an easy grab for everyday wear. The synthetic edges are noticeable up close, but in the air, it’s a very appealing scent. I recommend it for spring, summer, and early fall. Safe for the office.

How it Smells

Citrus Oud by Arabiyat is definitely channeling Cedrat Boise. The opening is a blast of bright lemon and black currant, very similar to the Mancera. I get a bit less of the smoky birch in this, replaced with a cleaner cedar note. The heart moves quickly to that fruity sweetness combined with patchouli. It's not a dead ringer – maybe 92% there – the fruity notes are slightly more synthetic, less refined. The dry down is cedar, leather, and sandalwood. Very pleasant, but loses some of the original's complexity.

Longevity & Projection

the performance is solid. I get a good 6-7 hours on my skin, projecting nicely for the first couple of hours before settling down to a more intimate scent bubble. Don’t expect beast mode, but it’s respectable. You’ll get noticed, but you won’t gas anyone out.