Best Hawas Thunder by Rasasi Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Hawas Thunder by Rasasi is a woody spicy fragrance characterised by bright bergamot and sharp ginger, layered with crisp apple and a warm, peppery heart of black pepper. Its base of creamy sandalwood and rich amber adds depth and warmth, balancing the spiciness with smooth, resinous undertones. Those drawn to this scent might look for perfumes that blend fresh citrus and spice with woody and amber bases, creating a dynamic yet grounded aroma.
005 Riviera Absolue by Bon Parfumeur £154.17
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- black tea
- cardamom
- ginger
- neroli
- tomato leaves
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- marine
The Riviera. The Mediterranean fills the horizon. You’re driving along a coastal road with the roof down, feeling free. In this extrait, lemon caviar, zesty ginger and icy cardamom puts jut in your strut, while tomato leaf, neroli and black tea summons an aromatic dance. Frankincense and cypriol offer shade in the sunshine.
Perfumer: Paul Guerlain
Broceliande by Sora Dora £141.67
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- ginger
- lemon
- sesame
- styrax
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- spicy
Brocéliande is a bewitching concentrate inspired by the enchanted forest of Arthurian legend. Combining the power of the forest with the magic of the animal world, this extrait’s bergamot and lime opening leads to an unexpected wander through ginger, cinnamon and iris. A whisky sweetness rubs up against the velvet leather of civet and castoreum.
Pergola by Exaltatum £108.33
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- fougere
- galbanum
- ginger
- green grass
- hay
- lily-of-the-valley
- Aromagroups:
- green
Pergola opens with the most incredible rush of twisted green vegetation and instantly transports you back to the heyday of that decadent walkway. There is so much happening in here but the notes of galbanum, bergamot, and ivy are particularly spectacular. The floral heart is a swooning blend of narcissus, tuberose, and jasmine but the pergola’s passage of history is provided by an earthy pairing of patchouli and vetiver. You get a real impression of its heritage from touches of resins and moss and, whilst it’s described as a fougere, there is definitely a feeling of the most glorious aromatic chypre.
No-tell Motel by Raconteur £129.17
- Key notes:
- amber
- black pepper
- cypress
- martini
- olives
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- unconventional
- woody
Olive fruit absolute is an unusual material for an amber perfume, and a surprisingly appealing one. It gives a salty, animalic nuance to this sheer blend of cypress and sandalwood, rubbing up nicely against the cinnamon character of Tasmanian mountain pepper.
Santal by Floris £83.33
- 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.
California by Ampersand £50.00
- Key notes:
- apple
- magnolia
- rose
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- floral
California is a land of abundance: sunshine, flowers and fruits. The fragrance is a sunny swirl of magnolia, apples and lemons, all of which flourish in this west coast wonderland. Sandalwood and musk bridges the flora to the skin, turning you into a delivery system for smiles.
Macaque Fuji Apple by Zoologist £166.67
- Key notes:
- apple
- frankincense
- hinoki
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Against the backdrop of a mountainous terrain, two communities share a peaceful coexistence. Yet despite their proximity, the societies are distinctly unique. Macaques cavort among the trees, grasping with delight at nature’s bountiful pleasures. From the quiet solemnity of a nearby temple, their human neighbours regard them, coveting the monkeys’ playful abandon. The macaques are all but oblivious, sparing only the briefest of curious glances at the pensive faces below before surrendering once again to their carefree revels.
Sweet notes of Fuji apple dance through a pine forest, welcoming you to Zoologist Macaque. Incense adds gravity with aromas of Hinoki woods and myrrh. The delicate balance between heavy and light results in an austere woody scent with mild hints of creamy sandalwood. Macaque is exuberance tempered by calm, sublimity buoyed by joy, a happy harmony of meditative bliss.
This perfume is a new interpretation by perfumer Mackenzie Reilly. The original version, designed by Sarah McCartney, is discontinued and no longer available.
Perfumer: Mackenzie Reilly
Mauna by Mendittorosa £187.50
- Key notes:
- ginger
- incense
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- woody
Perfumer: Cristiano Canali
In Sanskrit Mauna means Silence.
The Silence Mendittorosa refer to is not the absence of noises, but the Strength, free of time and space, uncontaminated and a sacred vibration, behind everything, before everything. After all.
The perfume is a beautiful honeyed sandalwood with tonka and an incense mix of precuous resins.
Blue Waterfall by MINT £141.67
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- sandalwood
- sea salt
- Aromagroups:
- green
- transparent
- woody
Blue line
Perfumer: Marie Salamagne
A green fresh sandalwood.
Book | Balanced & Expressive by Commodity £112.50
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- eucalyptus
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- woody
This perfume was inspired by turning the pages of a book and breathing in the smell of dry paper mingling with fresh outdoors air. Its complex blend of herbal eucalyptus, warm sandalwood, and crisp cedarwood results in an unexpectedly fresh scent.
This is the Balanced & Expressive version of Book, with a noticeable projection that’ll make a mark, not a scene. Also try Book | Personal and Book | Bold.
About Hawas Thunder by Rasasi
- What makes Hawas Thunder different from these similar fragrances?
- Hawas Thunder balances bright citrus and spicy notes with a warm, woody amber base, creating a distinctive woody spicy profile. Many listed fragrances share elements like bergamot or sandalwood but may emphasise different accords such as florals, marine notes, or incense, resulting in varied scent characters.
- Can these fragrances be worn in similar situations as Hawas Thunder?
- Yes, most fragrances here have fresh, woody, or spicy qualities suited for everyday wear or evening occasions. However, variations like marine or floral notes may make some better suited for casual or warmer conditions.
- Are these fragrances unisex or targeted more towards a specific gender?
- While Hawas Thunder is marketed as a woody spicy fragrance typically associated with masculine scents, many fragrances listed are unisex or have a versatile character appealing to all genders.









