Eau de Parfum2024
La African Drummer

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Lattafa Perfumes  ·  Sold as unisex

La African Drummer

The hum of a lively outdoor gathering where coconut and citrus mingle with the soft scent of white flowers, underpinned by rich, warm vanilla.

3.54487 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
muskysweetwhite floralyellow floralcoconutvanilla
La African DrummerBudget · under $40

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting61% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak2%
Weak4%
Moderate33%
Long lasting44%
Eternal17%
SillageModerate47% say strong or enormous
Intimate7%
Moderate47%
Strong38%
Enormous8%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

When to Wear

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Spring
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Summer
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Fall
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Winter
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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine2%
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Unisex20%
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Feminine77%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

La African Drummer by Lattafa Perfumes is an aromatic spicy fragrance for women and men, launched in 2024. The composition opens with the freshness of bergamot and coconut, creating a vibrant and tropical atmosphere. This gives way to a heart of ylang-ylang and jasmine, adding a floral sweetness that's both warm and inviting. The base notes of musk, ambroxan, and vanilla ground the scent with a powdery warmth, making it feel comforting and close to skin.

How to wear it

Apply two sprays for a balanced experience. The coconut and bergamot top notes are bright but fleeting, so it’s the musky base that will keep you grounded throughout the day. Best suited for evening or cooler days when the powdery warmth feels most comforting.

Fig. 01 — La African Drummer, Lattafa Perfumes

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What people
are saying.

3.54/ 5 · 487 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 30%, disliked or hated by 22%.

Love30%
Like31%
OK16%
Dislike15%
Hate7%
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