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    Al Kaser vs. Encre Noire

    Al Kaser by Zimaya bottle

    Al Kaser

    Zimaya
    Extrait de Parfum2023
    Very similar
    New comparison

    Al Kaser rates higher with the community, while Encre Noire projects louder.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Al Kaser vs. Encre Noire
    Al KaserEncre Noire
    ConcentrationExtrait de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20232006
    GenderMaleMale
    PerfumerNathalie Lorson
    Best seasonFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Al Kaser

    Fresh Spicy
    Aromatic
    Leather
    Amber
    Oud
    Woody
    Lavender
    Warm Spicy

    Encre Noire

    Woody
    Aromatic
    Musky
    Earthy
    Fresh Spicy
    Smoky
    Green
    Spicy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    BergamotLavenderArtemisiaSaffron
    CypressVetiveryl acetate
    Heart
    CedarCypressGeraniumLily of the ValleyOud
    VetiverHaitian vetiver
    Base
    AmberLeatherMusk
    Cashmere WoodCashmeranMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Al Kaser vs. Encre Noire
    Al KaserEncre Noire
    Score4/53.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    This one has animalic tendencies that divide people. If you've been burned by synthetic oud before, Al Kaser's raw, resinous heart might change your mind.Al Kaser
    This is the fragrance for someone who wants vetiver and nothing else. No florals to soften it, no sweetness to apologize for. Just the dry, earthy depth of roots and bark.Encre Noire

    The hunt

    Best price, size by size

    Best price by size: Al Kaser vs. Encre Noire
    Al KaserEncre Noire
    1.7 oz$23.09fragrancenet
    3.4 oz$18.19fragrancenet$27.99fragrancenet

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