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Oud Assam is an oriental woody fragrance built on a rich blend of oud, vetiver, frankincense and cedarwood, balanced by fresh citrus notes of bigarade, orange and bergamot. Its warm base of tonka beans, musk and black pepper adds depth and spice. Those drawn to Oud Assam should focus on the interplay between resinous oud and bright, sparkling citrus, combined with a smoky, woody warmth.
104 Terra Hedera by Bon Parfumeur £175.00
- Key notes:
- bigarade
- cardamom
- frankincense
- galbanum
- hyacinth
- mastic
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- green
- leather
- vintage/old school
- woody
Inspired by the concepts of “green” and “freedom”, Terra Hedera evokes horseback riding on the Mongolian steppe. A green hyacinth intertwined with tenacious ivy and crisp galbanum.
Perfumer: Corinne Cachen
Acqua di Colonia by Lorenzo Villoresi £130.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- bigarade
- lavender
- rosemary
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- citrusy
- green
A timeless, traditional cologne: fresh, versatile and eternally elegant like all true classics. The fragrance expresses all its radiant freshness with the most intoxicating citrus aromas: Bergamot, Lemon and Orange are a perfect contrast to the Lavender and invigorating Mediterranean herbs.
Astra Infinita by Aura Eximia £205.00
- Key notes:
- bigarade
- birch
- cloves
- labdanum
- oud
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- spicy
- woody
Astra Infinita is Latin for “endless stars”, and this extrait is a celestial blend of brightness and depth. It opens with a citrus supernova: Sicilian lemon, bitter orange and Calabrian bergamot, softened by the golden ripeness of mango and the narcotic bloom of Reunion ylang-ylang.
Then Siberian birch and Indonesian clove meet black pepper and cedarwood, a core that feels both grounded and otherworldly. The base is slow-burning and eternal: Spanish labdanum, Cambodian oud, Mysore sandalwood and Bourbon vanilla. These stars are not distant. They’re drawn to you.
Orlo by Mendittorosa £200.00
- Key notes:
- bigarade
- elemi
- incense
- oud
- petitgrain
- saffron
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- woody
‘We have come so far, it is over.’
ORLO (edge in Italian) is latest and second creation of Versi Studio, an olfactive poetic mysticism trilogy from Mendittorosa exploring the relationship between poetry and perfumery.
Chapter 2, ORLO is inspired by Edge, a poem by Sylvia Plath.
The perfume is behaving like magic fiery serpent breathing intoxicating incense fumes and sending sweet citrus zest sparks as it progresses through a fantastic fragrant dimension.
Perfumer: Anne Sophie Baeghel
Genesis, Concept and Creative Design: Stefania Squeglia
Santal by Floris £100.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- black pepper
- cardamom
- cedarwood
- cloves
- frankincense
- nutmeg
- sandalwood
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- woody
Santal takes its inspiration from a Sandalwood fragrance originally created in the 1800s which has then been given a distinctive contemporary edge.
Immortali Santi by Santi Peccatori £180.00
- Key notes:
- ambroxan
- bergamot
- honeysuckle
- orange
- tuberose
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- green
The name means “immortal saints”, and this eau de parfum is a timeless white floral that conjures sunshine and joy. Blood orange and Champagne fizz out of the top, swirling around lavish tuberose and heady jasmine grandiflorum. The holy trinity of Cashmeran, ISO E Super and ambroxan creates a base that clings to skin, fabric and memory.
Perfumer: Maud Chabanis
Figlia di Eva by SweDoft £110.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- oud
- tonka beans
- white musk
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- woody
Juicy bergamot against dark oud, innocence against corruption. Figlia di Eva is a rich citrusy-woody fragrance balancing the bright theme with occult woods. A green fruitiness sparks the border of these two elements. The oud in the formula is the Indian blue oud variety.
Wonderwood by Comme Des Garcons £120.00
- Key notes:
- animalic notes
- frankincense
- incense
- nutmeg
- oud
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- woody
A woody choir with sandalwood singing lead. Vetiver, oud and incense lift their voices in a grounding blend that highlights the coziness of sandalwood. Pepper adds percussion and punctuation, adding liveliness to the friendliness.
Mister Bungalow by Circle of Lim £70.00
- Key notes:
- lemongrass
- orange
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
A beach bungalow on the South China Sea is the setting for this gently uplifting eau de cologne. The honest earthiness of lemongrass launches the scent, enriched by sweet orange. Grassy and camphoraceous spike lavender adds structure, while vetiver and patchouli provide depth. Sunny and reassuring.
Firenze by Ampersand £60.00
- Key notes:
- bigarade
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
Travel to glorious Florence via the waftings of Firenze, an amplified interpretation of a classic Italian cologne. Bursting with fresh citrus, including bergamot, bitter orange, and lemon, it’s a match for you at your radiant, vibrant best. The Tuscan sunshine softens into Tuscan woods with dusky sandalwood and vetiver upholstering the gleam with velvet.
About Oud Assam by Rania J
- What are the main characteristics of Oud Assam?
- Oud Assam is an oriental woody fragrance featuring a blend of citrus notes like bigarade and bergamot, combined with rich oud, vetiver, frankincense and warm spices such as black pepper and tonka beans. It balances freshness with a deep, resinous base.
- How does Oud Assam differ from the perfumes listed here?
- While each listed fragrance shares some notes with Oud Assam, none replicate its precise balance of citrus, oud, spices and musk. Some are fresher or lighter, others more smoky or spicy, but Oud Assam’s combination of bright citrus and deep woody oriental elements remains unique.
- Which perfumes share the oud note with Oud Assam?
- Astra Infinita, Orlo, Figlia di Eva and Wonderwood all include oud as a key note, reflecting Oud Assam’s resinous and woody character.









