The timing for this release is not ideal. At least the time when this new Khamrah was launched in Germany. I think it has already been on the market for some time. Be that as it may, the next fall is sure to come and such fragrances are also good to wear in the evening. I'm surprised that no one has reported in detail here yet. A new Khamrah naturally appeals to many, as this DNA is simply great and a great crowdpleaser that you can't go wrong with. First of all, I can say that this comes very close to the original, just like the
Khamrah Qahwa. Absolutely not a must-have if you already own one of the two. For me, however, this Dukhan is the best and noblest variant of this series, as I like it best in detail and, in my opinion, it also comes across as the most elegant. Nevertheless, it is not really necessary if you expect too much change. The other two releases are declared as unisex here, this one is registered as a men's fragrance here. I don't know if it's true, but this Dukhan is also easily wearable by ladies who celebrate this Khamrah DNA.
The packaging and bottle are the same and here, too, you get this large, elegant packaging. The bottle is the same, here with a beautiful color gradient. Already an eye-catcher. This whiskey glass, which is reminiscent of Angels Share, is also present here.
The fragrance is clearly reminiscent of the original
Khamrah DNA. I think it's absolutely delicious and also convinces me here. Similar to Qahwa, the top note is played around with a little, but becomes much more similar to the original as it progresses. The start is significantly spicier, darker and also slightly smoky due to smoked spices and incense. There is also a great pimento spice that is already very autumnal. Mandarin also provides a great juicy touch and smells very delicious with the warm spices. In the heart note come gentle orange blossom which make the whole thing very soft. Really beautifully designed with this warm and sensual character. The base is of course fantastic for all those who like gourmand, warm notes. Spicy tobacco makes this base a little more masculine than the other two variants. Otherwise, the base is extremely warm and light with warm balsamic benzoin amber and this very sweet praline tonka sweetness. The praline is already very dominant, not only in the base. Overall, a very, very well-rounded fragrance and I like this version best in terms of the details.
Performance is also enormous. A test on the back of the hand is almost permanently in the nose as it is extremely radiant. The durability is also very strong at over 12 hours. You have to want to stick to this sweet fragrance for so long. As I said, it's more for the cooler days of the year and more for leisure and evenings due to its performance and sweet style.
Overall a great update of the Khamrah. Smells really classy, especially for the first 2-3 hours due to those light smoky notes. At under 30€ you can't go wrong.