An “angels with dirty faces” patchouli that contrasts its syrupy richness with an appealing damp earth undertone. “Casbah” is a North African fortress, and here a citadel of camphoraceous eucalyptus twins patchouli’s counterintuitive haze of freshness, while the base of cistus and sandalwood adds animal warmth. A rugged patchouli in extrait strength.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
This is a scent for close quarters and low light, where its damp-earth patchouli and cool eucalyptus can unfold without losing their edge. It feels most natural on someone who likes a composed, slightly severe presence with a dry, resinous trail.
How to wear
Best worn in cool weather or in air-conditioned spaces, where the extrait strength can breathe without becoming heavy. One or two sprays are enough: the opening reads brisk and camphoraceous, then settles into a dense woody-amber base with strong, long-lasting sillage.
Who it’s for
For wearers who prefer vintage-leaning woods, earthy patchouli and resinous warmth over sweetness. It suits a taste for textured, slightly rugged compositions with an old-school oriental mood and a dry, atmospheric finish.
Release year
2021
Farmacia SS. Annunziata dal 1561’s story
Farmacia SS. Annunziata dal 1561 draws on Florentine apothecary heritage, shaping fragrances with a classical hand and a strong sense of character. The house favors natural-feeling materials, old-world references and compositions with clear personality and lasting presence.
Oriental Casbah’s concept
Oriental Casbah was introduced in 2021 as part of a new collection, with its name and imagery evoking a North African kasbah or fortress. The composition plays on contrast: earthy patchouli, eucalyptus freshness and a warm cistus-and-sandalwood base, giving the scent an austere, atmospheric oriental-woody profile.
Extra info
The name refers to a kasbah, the fortified North African and Andalusian stronghold that inspired the fragrance’s imagery. It is still in production and is known for its unusually cool, eucalyptus-tinted take on patchouli.
An “angels with dirty faces” patchouli that contrasts its syrupy richness with an appealing damp earth undertone. “Casbah” is a North African fortress, and here a citadel of camphoraceous eucalyptus twins patchouli’s counterintuitive haze of freshness, while the base of cistus and sandalwood adds animal warmth. A rugged patchouli in extrait strength.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
This is a scent for close quarters and low light, where its damp-earth patchouli and cool eucalyptus can unfold without losing their edge. It feels most natural on someone who likes a composed, slightly severe presence with a dry, resinous trail.
How to wear
Best worn in cool weather or in air-conditioned spaces, where the extrait strength can breathe without becoming heavy. One or two sprays are enough: the opening reads brisk and camphoraceous, then settles into a dense woody-amber base with strong, long-lasting sillage.
Who it’s for
For wearers who prefer vintage-leaning woods, earthy patchouli and resinous warmth over sweetness. It suits a taste for textured, slightly rugged compositions with an old-school oriental mood and a dry, atmospheric finish.
Release year
2021
Farmacia SS. Annunziata dal 1561’s story
Farmacia SS. Annunziata dal 1561 draws on Florentine apothecary heritage, shaping fragrances with a classical hand and a strong sense of character. The house favors natural-feeling materials, old-world references and compositions with clear personality and lasting presence.
Oriental Casbah’s concept
Oriental Casbah was introduced in 2021 as part of a new collection, with its name and imagery evoking a North African kasbah or fortress. The composition plays on contrast: earthy patchouli, eucalyptus freshness and a warm cistus-and-sandalwood base, giving the scent an austere, atmospheric oriental-woody profile.
Extra info
The name refers to a kasbah, the fortified North African and Andalusian stronghold that inspired the fragrance’s imagery. It is still in production and is known for its unusually cool, eucalyptus-tinted take on patchouli.