Oud Zarian by Creed is a Unisex Oriental Spicy Woody fragrance launched in 2025. At the soul of Oud Zarian lies Oud Choron, the most treasured 80-year-aged oud, harvested from the heart of Aquilaria trees deep in the Sylhet forests. Prized for its quality and scarcity, this unequalled oud lends a velvety, resinous depth and complexity to Oud Zarian that is nothing short of exceptional. It is not just the highest quality oud that makes Oud Zarian so extraordinary; it is its pairing with other sought-after ingredients, above all the Rose Centifolia that blossoms at its heart. The harvest of this plush bloom is so fleeting - a mere three weeks in May at dawn - that its essence is unrivalled in its rarity.
Notes of Spices, Frankincense, Ginger, Bergamot; May Rose; Licorice, Myrrh, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Patchouli and Oud.
Oud Zarian blends spicy, woody, and amber accords. A luminous opening of bergamot, frankincense, ginger, and warm spice accords awakens the senses with a radiant yet mystical energy. At its heart, a singular bloom of rose centifolia unfurls-velvety and regal, adding depth and elegance. The fragrance settles into an opulent base, where the rare richness of 80-year-aged oud intertwines with patchouli, sandalwood, and myrrh, grounded by the subtle sweetness of liquorice root and tonka bean. The result is a composition that is both ancient and modern-mysterious, intoxicating, and profoundly enduring.
Reviewers describe Oud Zarian as a bold departure from Creed’s fresher style, opening with an intense rush of ginger, licorice, incense and warm spices before settling into creamy woods, balsamic sweetness and soft rose. Many perceive the oud as smooth and non-animalic, though opinions differ on whether it leads the fragrance or supports the resins and sandalwood. Some find gourmand hints of vanilla or chocolate, while others emphasize its drier, aromatic character. Comparisons to Amouage recur, particularly Royal Tobacco, without suggesting an exact match. Strong projection and lasting power draw frequent praise, with its mature, opulent character favored for cold weather and formal occasions; the challenging opening and high price are the main reservations.
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