Black CurrantOpens with
CoffeeHeart
Woody NotesDries down to
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Mancera · Sold as unisex
Aoud Cafe
The cozy corner of an upscale café late in the afternoon, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with subtle notes of wood and spice.
Smells likecoffee
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Aoud CafePremium · $100–250
42%Similar accords, often for lessMystique Shimmer · Michael KorsMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Aoud Café by Mancera was launched in 2013 and crafted by Pierre Montale. This fragrance opens with a striking combination of black currant and bergamot, offering a burst of freshness that quickly transitions into the rich aroma of coffee. The heart blends peach and floral notes with woody undertones, creating an inviting warmth that is both comforting and sophisticated. As it develops on the skin, Aoud Café reveals its sweet and musky base notes, anchored by amber and white musk, which lend a luxurious depth to the composition.
One or two sprays are sufficient to capture the essence of Aoud Café. The fragrance develops slowly on the skin, so it’s best to apply a bit more than usual at first. It pairs well with cooler evenings but can also be enjoyed year-round for its warm, comforting notes.
Fig. 01 — Aoud Cafe, Mancera
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Pierre Montale
Oud from the Arabian courtPierre Montale's career took shape after a journey to the Kingdom of Arabia some twenty years ago, where confidential materials introduced through the Royal family inspired the olfactory universe behind the Montale perfume house, which he founded in Paris in 2003.
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 29%, disliked or hated by 22%.