Opus XIV Royal Tobacco

Ancient Trading Routes And Craftsmanship: Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco Amouage

Crafted by Cécile Zarokian, this fragrance is a journey through the Tropic of Cancer, connecting the sun-kissed shores of Oman with the cigar-filled air of Cuba. Inspired by the historical role of "El Lector," a reader who entertained Cuban cigar factory workers with literature, Amouage has combined Omani Royal Frankincense and Cuban Regal Tobacco to create a scent that celebrates heritage and innovation. The fragrance pays tribute to literary works, from Edgar Allan Poe's fantastical worlds to the gritty realism of Les Misérables.The rich smokiness of tobacco and frankincense brings to mind images of ancient trading routes and craftsmanship. 

Olfactory Notes

Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco by Amouage unfolds like a storied journey. Initially, vibrant top notes of frankincense oil, cardamom, and basil burst forth, evoking a bustling Omani souk under a blazing sun. As it settles, the heart reveals a rich tapestry of tobacco absolute, licorice, and osmanthus, conjuring images of a Cuban cigar lounge, warm and introspective. Finally, the base notes of oud, myrrh, and bourbon vanilla emerge, grounding the scent in a regal, smoky embrace, reminiscent of ancient trade routes and timeless elegance. On my skin, each stage feels like a chapter in a luxurious, cross-cultural narrative.

Olfactory notes: Amber, Sweet, Balsamic

Fragrance Family:  Aromatic

Top notes: Olibanum, Anise, Elemi resin, Cardamom, Basil, Bergamot.

Heart notes: Tobacco, Licorice, Fenugreek, Lavender, Prunol, Osmanthus, Orange Blossom, Rose.

Base notes: Olibanum, Myrrh, Bourbon Vanilla, Birch Tar, Benzoin, Agarwood (Oud), Peru Balsam, Labdanum, Guaiac Wood, Tonka Bean, Vetiver, Musk.

• Concentration: Eau de Parfum
• Made in Oman
• Parfumeur: Cécile Zarokian
• Year of Launch: 2022

If you're wondering about how long "Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco Amouage" will last, Fragrantica says you can expect it to linger for about 9 hours.

Ingredients: Alcohol Denat, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Eugenol, Coumarin, Benzyl Cinnamate, Citronellol, Cinnamal, Geraniol, Citral, Isoeugenol, Farnesol, Benzyl Alcohol