The third and perhaps best in the Asad line up. Released in 2025, Asad Bourbon is a rich, gourmand leaning evolution of the famous Lattafa Asad line. For me it's so much better than the Zanzibar. While the original Asad is known as a sharp clone of Dior Sauvage Elixir, Asad Bourbon pivots toward a smoother, boozier, sweeter profile that feels more like a niche winter fragrance. The fragrance opens with a unique fruity-spicy kick and settles into a creamy, dark chocolate-like drydown. The fragrance starts with a noticeable purple fruity vibe thanks to the Mirabelle plum. Unlike the sharp citrus or heavy spice of the original Asad, this is softer &sweeter. The Pink pepper adds a touch of dry heat, while the Lavender keeps it from being cloying, providing a clean, aromatic backbone. As it settles, the gourmand elements take over. The Cacao isn't a chocolate scent; it's more of a dusty, dark cocoa powder. This is paired with Davana & Nutmeg, giving the middle a rich, warmth that feels more expensive than its price tag. This is where the Bourbon in the name truly shines. The Bourbon Vanilla is thick & creamy, leaning into a boozy, aged-cask vibe without actually containing an alcohol note. Amber gives it a golden, resinous glow, while vetiver finishes things off with a faint smoky/woodiness to ensure the scent stays masculine and grounded. Performance is actually not bad, I'm getting 7hrs on skin. It clings exceptionally well to clothes, where the boozy vanilla notes can linger for days. Projection is strong for the first 2–3hrs. It creates a noticeable scent bubble without being as suffocating as the original or Elixir profiles can be. This will serve you best during Autumn, Winter, and Evening wear. It is a top-tier choice for date nights or formal winter events. If you find the original Asad too "spicy" or "aggressive" and want something more cozy & inviting, then Bourbon is a great option. My Rating 8/10 Scent 2.5 Longevity 2.5 Sillage 2 Y/N 1

Going on the date today, so I choose something special. Creed Aventus is my favorite scent and I always use it for special occasions.

Nothing reveals the truth about a fragrance like a direct wrist-to-wrist test.. Left wrist: Carlisle Right wrist: Oajan Testing Setup: 2 sprays each wrist Judging Criteria: Rating: 1-10 1. Opening 2. Evolution / Development 3. Scent Quality 4. Projection 5. Longevity 6. Complexity 7. Wearability Fragrance Comparison Scorecard: ✔️CARLISLE OPENING = 8 DEVELOPMENT = 9 QUALITY = 9 PROJECTION = 8 LONGEVITY = 9 COMPLEXITY = 8 WEARABILITY = 7 ✔️OAJAN OPENING = 9 DEVELOPMENT = 8 QUALITY = 8 PROJECTION = 9 LONGEVITY = 9 COMPLEXITY = 9 WEARABILITY = 9 ***the above scores are based on my personal experience and humble opinion.. your mileage may vary.. For you, which one takes the win?

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I wanted to try this within a week of trying Layton, so here we are. I know this one is a top 3 for Julio, so let’s see what it’s all about. This one is by the underappreciated perfumer Hamid Merati-Kashani. He probably made your favourite fragrance and you wouldn’t even know it. Some of his new and iconic creations are Althair, Sedley, Percival, Layton and Pegasus (OG and Exclusif), Ingenious Ginger, Pacific Rock Moss, Drunk Lovers, and Zest + Vetiver. Now back to the review. The opening is different than Layton. More blends of citruses with some bergamot, juicy mandarin, and distinct grapefruit. Apple in this one is not warm like the OG. As a kid I used to drink this apple soda called Appy Fizz. It smells exactly like that. There is also an animalic herbal nuance in the opening, definitely from the cypriol and civet. I first remember smelling civet in Kouros (RIP my nose), but this one is more manageable and edgy. 15 minutes in, the fizzy freshness fades and now it’s pepper, leather, civet, and patchouli dominant with a faint essence of the opening still lingering. A big shift in gears. I only get a touch of florals. Same like yesterday, I’m getting this weird woody nuance, this time probably from Laotian oud. It’s definitely different but gives a similar vibe. Oud is still not my thing, I guess? There’s faint sweetness, probably from vanilla and amber. Once it has fully dried down, it’s all sandalwood, amber, and vanilla with a touch of that guaiac wood. Very addictive and distinctive but still retains the PDM backbone. To me, this feels like if Hugo Boss made a Layton for their private collection. It’s deeper, richer, more masculine, and more complex than the OG but could be polarising for some. I also get faint similarities with BB Absolu. Strictly Autumn/Winter in my opinion. Performance is great as well. 8 hrs and going strong. It became a bit intimate by hr 6, but the first 2 hrs were room filling. Easy 10-12 hr performer and maybe a few more as a faint skin scent.