Vanille Glacé is a marron glacé finished with vanilla in place of chestnut. The sugar isn’t in a hurry. It soaks in one layer at a time, finishing with a glossy sheen. The first impression is brown sugar syrup, with cinnamon drawing the syrup into sharper focus. At its heart, the vanilla leans heavy rather than white and airy. Freshly baked madeleine adds soft warmth, and espresso casts a thin, bitter shadow at the edge of the sweetness.
The drydown gives full reign to blond woods, tonka bean and musk, lending reassurance to the indulgence.
Best Espresso Aoud by Roja Dove Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Espresso Aoud by Roja Dove is an oriental woody fragrance that melds intense coffee and oud with warm spices and creamy elements. It balances roasted nuts, cinnamon, and benzoin with a complex heart of orange blossom, rose, and violet, resting on a dry, musky, woody base enriched by sandalwood, cedarwood, and cashmeran. The addition of leather, patchouli, vanilla, and a hint of green leaves and saffron gives it a rich, multifaceted character for those drawn to deep, smoky, and spicy aromas with a gourmand touch.
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Vanille Glacé by Insenf £104.17
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- Key notes:
- brown sugar
- cinnamon
- coffee
- sandalwood
- tonka beans
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
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Kajal I by Kajal £162.50
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- Key notes:
- cashmeran
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- mandarin
- orange blossom
- patchouli
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
Spiritually, number one represents beginnings, focus and determination. Kajal l, with its fresh, engaging warmth, has been crafted to underscore one’s innate dignity and charisma. Cassis, grapefruit and mandarin provide the big “hello!”. Guaiac wood, cardamom, orange blossom and cashmeran draw people in, while a soft vanillic cloud of sandalwood and oud extend the allure.
Perfumer: Christian Carbonnel
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Cafe by J-Scent £101.67
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- Key notes:
- coffee
- orange blossom
- vanilla
- violet
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- spicy
- woody
A poetic coffee perfume, conjuring the charms of a mid-century coffee shop in the Showa era. The contrast of the bitterness of roasted coffee beans and the sweetness of orange blossom supplies the sparkle, before the caramalised drydown of musky vanilla brings the mmmmm!
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Forgive me by Carine Roitfeld £158.33
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- Key notes:
- cashmeran
- labdanum
- leather
- orange blossom
- patchouli
- tuberose
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- woody
Perfumer: Dominique Ropion
An enigmatic leather perfume merged from captivating nuances of tuberose, orange blossom and gardenia. The wild facet of ylang ylang intertwined with the woody notes of patchouli add a sensuous tone. Frankincense and labdanum complete the leather theme. The trail left by the perfume is surprising, narcotic filled by a magnetic elegance.
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Amberbomb by Laboratorio Olfattivo £141.67
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- Key notes:
- amber
- apple
- coffee
- patchouli
- tonka beans
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- woody
From LO’s Parfum Intense collection, this is an amber with the darkness turned up to 11. There’s no white space here, just expensive raw materials piled high. Its vibrant opening with fruity notes is enriched by the bitterness of coffee, deepening into a powerful chorus of rose, iris, jasmine and lily of the valley. And this valley is a deep one, a soft black expanse of leather, nagarmotha and patchouli, cushioned by a dirtier-than-usual amber.
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Ember Shaan by Byermia £108.33
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- Key notes:
- chocolate
- coffee
- gun powder
- incense
- oud
- rose
- sandalwood
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- spicy
“Shaan” is a Sanskrit name meaning greatness and majesty. The perfumer intertwines the name with the legend of the Egyptian pharaoh Thutmose, the conquering leader whose final battle was foretold by the oracles. Ember Shaan is a fragrance that shifts and evolves, reflecting the concept of victory intertwined with sorrow. With a variety of ouds and frankincenses, this extrait explores how a bright fire fades into a smouldering ember, while also deepening into something more profound. Coffee, rose and sandalwood combine their rich effects into an olfactory syrup that infuses the woods, while spicy opoponax and stony gunpowder add punctuation and surprise.
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Alamut by Lorenzo Villoresi £116.67
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- Key notes:
- amber
- musk
- orange blossom
- rose
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- woody
Heaven on earth: Alamut.
If we were to believe Marco Polo’s story - Alamut was the fortress and headquarters of the order of assassins. In Alamut among other things, according to Marco, the new recruits could experience the demo version of heaven. An assassin to be would be inebriates by some potion (even though Marco never mention which drug it was, highly likely it was hashish). Then the recruit would be taken to a pleasure garden with drinks, food and beautiful maiden. Afterwards the head of the order would explain that absolute loyalty and fearless determination would guarantee an afterlife of this kind.
Lorenzo Villorezi’s Alamut is an intense sensual rose resting on a cloud of ambergris.
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La Playa by CARNER £125.00
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- Key notes:
- coconut
- orange blossom
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- marine
A relaxing beach day: bright skies, gleaming skin and hot sand under your feet. La Playa summons the sun in a fruity and sweet perfume that launches with shimmering orange blossom and lemon. Creamy coconut, rich pistachio and vanilla are enhanced by the varied wonders of tonka bean. Tonka does an intriguing little shuffle through dry hay, powdered milk and coconut flesh, enhancing the feel-good beachiness.
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Lovely Problem by Space Fluid £158.33
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- Key notes:
- beeswax
- cinnamon
- leather
- patchouli
- sandalwood
- smoke
- vanilla
- ylang-ylang
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- leather
A pile-up of contrasts: cinnamon along with tropical florals frangipani and ylang ylang, against the earthy bitterness of artichoke and leather. This almost-gingerbread, almost-cement perfume confuses the senses with its animal/vegetable/mineral mystery.
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DRUNK MAPLE by BORNTOSTANDOUT £133.33
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- Key notes:
- benzoin
- coffee
- davana
- maple syrup
- rum
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
Perfumer: Alex Lee
Maple syrup. Aged rum. Pure indulgence. This isn't just a scent – it's a decadent escape. Wear it, and see where the night takes you.
About Espresso Aoud by Roja Dove
- How does Espresso Aoud differ from these fragrances?
- Espresso Aoud combines a complex array of notes including coffee, oud, leather, spices, florals and creamy woods to create a rich oriental woody scent. The fragrances listed share some of these facets but vary in focus, such as emphasizing sweetness, smokiness, freshness or leathery qualities. None replicate the full layered depth and balance found in Espresso Aoud.
- Are these scents suitable for all seasons?
- Most of these fragrances, like Espresso Aoud, have a warm and spicy character suited for cooler weather, though some, like Cafe and La Playa, offer fresher or lighter interpretations that can work well in warmer seasons. Consider the dominant notes and intensity when choosing.
- Can I expect a similar longevity and projection to Espresso Aoud?
- Longevity and projection vary among these fragrances depending on their concentration and composition. Generally, scents with rich woods, spices, and resins tend to have longer wear and stronger sillage, but individual performance differs.