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Tauer Perfumes PHI Une Rose de Kandahar vs Nicolai Parfumeur Createur Macaron Bourbon
PHI Une Rose de Kandahar is the community's favourite of the two.
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Notes
Top
AlmondApricotCinnamonBergamot
Heart
RoseTobacco LeafGeranium
Base
AmbergrisPatchouliVanillaTonka BeanMuskVetiver
Accords
Rose
100%
Sweet
87%
Fruity
78%
Warm spicy
75%
Almond
74%
Tobacco
70%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageModerate
Best Seasons
fallwinterspring
About
PHI Une Rose de Kandahar by Tauer Perfumes is a Floral fragrance for women and men. PHI Une Rose de Kandahar was launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Andy Tauer. Top notes are Almond, Apricot, Cinnamon and Bergamot; middle notes are Rose, Tobacco Leaf and Geranium; base notes are Ambergris, Patchouli, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Musk and Vetiver. Phi is a luxurious scent, inspired by a natural extract of roses produced in Afghanistan's rose region, Nangarhar. This rose oil is extremely rare and of highest quality. Inspired by these roses, growing in a dry and rough land, Phi is a rare gem, complementing contrasting lines, rich in natural raw materials that add depth and authenticity. Due to the limited amount of the rose oil, une rose de Kandahar is not guaranteed to be available all the time. PHI Une Rose de Kandahar by Tauer Perfumes is a Floral fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. PHI Une Rose de Kandahar was launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Andy Tauer. Top notes are apricot, cinnamon, almond and bergamot; middle notes are Bulgarian rose absolute and rose from Kandahar, Bourbon geranium and tobacco leaf; base notes are patchouli, vetiver, vanilla, tonka bean, musk and ambergris.
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Notes
Top
RumBitter AlmondDavana
Heart
RoseCinnamonClove
Base
MuskPatchouliCaramelVanillaTonka Bean
Accords
Rose
100%
Warm spicy
97%
Sweet
85%
Musky
77%
Almond
70%
Fruity
64%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageStrong
Best Seasons
winterfallspring
About
Macaron Bourbon by Nicolai Parfumeur Createur is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Macaron Bourbon was launched in 2024. The nose behind this fragrance is Patricia de Nicolai. Top notes are Rum, Bitter Almond and Davana; middle notes are Rose, Cinnamon and Clove; base notes are Musk, Patchouli, Caramel, Vanilla and Tonka Bean. Macaron Bourbon is an exquisite, fragrant creation, an ode to sensuality and sophistication.From the very beginning Macaron Bourbon seduces you with a gourmand note of bitter almond with a sweet rum facet, softened by caramel, whose smooth, comforting sweetness creates a veil of delight on the skin.Cinnamon and clove intertwine, offering a spicy warmth reminiscent of spellbinding aromas of pastry coming out of the oven. Davana, its nuances both sweet and slightly tart, adds a fruity and high-quality aspect.Macaron Bourbon also reveals an intoxicating mix of patchouli, vanilla and tonka beans, creating an addictive velvety feel. This smooth, powerful combination is enhanced by the subtle presence of rose which adds an elegant, refined floral touch, perfectly balancing the indulgent, sweet notes.Macaron Bourbon is a tribute to the art of pastry-making and the sophistication of perfumery, evoking an irresistible elegance and a guilty pleasure. Available as 30ml, 100ml and 250ml Eau de Parfum Intense.
Notes in Common
33% sharedShared (6)
CinnamonRosePatchouliVanillaTonka BeanMusk
Only in PHI Une Rose de Kandahar
AlmondApricotBergamotTobacco LeafGeraniumAmbergrisVetiver
Only in Macaron Bourbon
RumBitter AlmondDavanaCloveCaramel
Rating
4.27vs3.36
Ratings
1,581vs387
Concentration
EDPvsEDP
Launch Year
2013vs2024
Which should I buy?
PHI Une Rose de Kandahar is the community's favourite of the two.
- PHI Une Rose de Kandahar is rated higher by the community: 4.27 from 1,581 ratings, against 3.36 from 387.
- Longevity votes for both lean "long lasting".
- Sillage votes lean "moderate" for PHI Une Rose de Kandahar versus "strong" for Macaron Bourbon.
- Both are voted best for fall and winter.
Buy PHI Une Rose de Kandahar if you want the higher-rated option; pick Macaron Bourbon if its note profile reads closer to what you already love wearing.