Nothing has piqued my interest like this in a long time. In a sea full of weekly releases and mediocrity, I finally feel genuine excitement here. The aroma of Kopi Luwak coffee—though I've never tried it—makes me believe the author captured the brewing process quite well. That first warm hit as the temperature rises.
This is how the scent opens: warm, bold, and coffee-like—I'm quite impressed. Unfortunately, this impression fades rather quickly, and the coffee note lingers far in the background, overshadowed by a rather complex base. Over time, the fragrance evolves into a rich, incense-like, resinous character. It somewhat reminds me of Golden Serenade by Rasquineta, but without the styrax and smokiness. It feels less sweet and more intricate.
The fragrance evolves intensely, gradually gaining a subtle sweetness, thanks to ylang-ylang and plumeria.
Siam Oud is distinctive, yet its presence is quite minimal. Similarly, the animalic aspects are there, but so faint that even those who usually avoid such notes will be pleased. One of the better releases of the year.
