Scentonym Analysis
Our objective metric for performance per dollar.
How it Smells
Oud Al Mubakhar opens with a surprisingly jammy rose. It's not photorealistic, leaning towards rose syrup, but avoids smelling cheap. The oud arrives quickly, less barnyard funk, more polished wood. Rasasi's take is smoother than Montale's Aoud Damascus, about 88% similar. The Gurjan Balsam adds a slightly medicinal, almost mentholated coolness that contrasts with the rose's sweetness. The drydown is olibanum-dominant, a smoky, resinous incense that lingers. Where Montale shouts, Rasasi whispers.
To Buy or Not to Buy?
This is for the person who appreciates oud and rose but wants something refined, not overwhelming. It's the scent of quiet confidence; someone who understands power doesn't need to scream to be heard. If you find Montale too brash, or the price tag offensive, Oud Al Mubakhar is a compelling alternative. Is Aoud Damascus ten times better? Absolutely not. This clone gives you the vibe .
The Performance Stats
Longevity is impressive. Expect 7-8 hours on skin, longer on clothes. Projection is moderate; it creates a noticeable scent bubble for the first 2 hours, then settles closer to the skin. It won't fill a room, but people will notice you.
Performance Audit
Based on average wear time
Sillage & radius
Relative to market avg
Why we track this:
Price Arbitrage: Significant savings compared to the original Montale pricing.
Community Verified: Cross-referenced against 131 enthusiast votes for accuracy.