Description
“A sophisticated and fresh interpretation of woody Indonesian oudh, Asrar Indonesia is an elegant blend of refreshing Mediterranean indulgence and precious Eastern aromas. The crisp freshness of sun-warmed Italian citrus notes leads to the dramatic deep woody tones of an oriental forest at midnight, revealing the rich splendor of unmistakable Indonesian oudh. Witness the emergence of a precious secret, a white crystalline accord as precious as white crystal, which will stay close to your heart forever.”
Top notes: Italian Bergamot, grapefruit and ginger.
Heart: Italian orris, cedarwood, vetiver, Indonesian oudh.
Base notes: amber, musk, tea and Indian oudh.
50 ml. Oudh Al Boruzz Asrar Indonesia was launched in 2015.
olgazy – :
Every single time I smell or wear this fragrance, I feel more and more depressed.
I love Rasasi, I love Oud, I love tea notes, but THIS… this gives me none of the pleasures those three things have given me on any other occasion.
I spray this fragrance, and immediately visualize the only thing this smell can possibly make me think of; a petting zoo! I’ve shown this to friends and they also say it smells akin to that of a petting zoo. The best part about this abrasive fragrance is the way it mocks you by never changing into something different; the opening, dry down, everything is the same scent through and through.
Did I mention performance? Oh my god, this fragrance performs like a monster! Never again will you have to worry about finding that perfect petting zoo scent at the cost of it fading away fast, this will stay on you for AT LEAST 12 HOURS to keep you unapproachable in the eyes of others throughout the day/night/whenever you wish to smell like a farm setting containing hay, feed pellets, horses, sheep, donkeys, etc.
I blind bought this and have now been thrown to the wolves. I don’t care anymore, I’m doomed to keep spiraling downwards as I reapply, hoping it will work for me in a different climate/season/weather; always to no avail. I give up, I’m raising the white flag, let the livestock surround me and feast until nothing is left.
This is my fate
ilya-gatilo – :
I bought it because it mentions Indonesia. Always curious with any fragrance mentioning my country in its brand. But, while it is possibly a nice perfume in itself, it is apparently not for Indonesian taste. A not-easily-recognised combination of oud scent and some strong lime or something. Or maybe I am just not into orris.
sergeich23 – :
This may just be the classiest perfume I’ve ever laid my nose on.
Luxurious, appropriate for almost any weather, strong middle-eastern backbone with the oud, yet smells fresh and western enough to not offend any noses. Just enough of an exotic touch to give it an air of intrigue.
If you love gentlemanly perfumes like Grey Vetiver by Tom Ford, Safari Extreme by Abdul Samad Al Qurashi, and Reflection Man by Amouage then definitely check this one out. Part of my top 5 scents ever.
SoftmakerXXu – :
A wonderful masterpiece from Rasasi made with real oud, unlike the synthetic crap used in occidental oud fragrances. A very pleasant chypre fragrance, blended beautifully. It needs time to be appreciated and it may not be to everyone’s taste, but it puts a smile on my face and I find myself reaching out for it more often than other fragrances in my collection. Received compliments when wearing this.
brat-d77 – :
I just got a sample from Notino but it doesn’t smell anything like described, or anything like displayed notes here…I am very confused, I was expecting a nice citrusy, Italian-ish Oud scent but what I got is a very irritating, dirty smelling oud. The opening actually almost made me vomit, arghhhh what was that! Smelled like a mix of plastic, petrol, urine and skanky sweat.
Maybe they got me a very weird sample by mistake ? Have no idea but if this stuff is what is praised here then I am speechless. Definetely not a crowd pleaser, and I am really disappointed.
Anyone who can give better insights for me to understand the situation, please PM!!
larry – :
Western noses will enjoy this smelled in the air. Gorgeous fragrance, just give it some time.
A great year round fragrance for sure.
10/10
userDima – :
The opening oud note reminds me of the Faqat Lil Rijal from the same house. Very nice.
Cownunsessisa – :
Let’s talk about and Oud which is totally different from the dirty Oud Rose combos filled with manure like odour in the name of Oud. Lol. If you have sniffed actual spicy green Indonesian Oud you will be pleasantly surprised. This is spicy green vetiver like version of Oud with a hint of that golden hue from Indian Oud which will tickle the Oud bone of the discerning noses. The ginger note is smooth spiced up by powdery non sweet iris. The black tea bag note and vetiver add gravity to this making it a mature scent. But its so refreshing and sophistication if you like it you ll be in love with it pretty soon. Remains at arms length with adequate projection. longevity is around 7 to 11 h. Suited for Warm/pleasant weather. Classy. Definitely masculine. Unique and very well blended. If you like this dont forget to sample Meydan by Spirit of Dubai. I had been barking about Asrar for a long time on YouTube. Finally FT notices.
sep279Diobtetty – :
It’s quite different from other fresh ouds out there because the citrus is quite vivid and almost juicy; unfortunately there’s a synthetically metallic taste that I just can’t get used to..
ZEVS – :
I gave it a try yesterday, it should be ginger, bergamot and grapefruit in the opening, but there is something else which i’m sorry to say repellent. the opening is way too much for me. i really couldn’t bear it.
in the dry down it somehow reminds me of “Cologne Intense” by Houbigant.
I had high hopes for this one and really wanted to like it, but its a pass for me.
Jaap_de_hoop – :
Guys, this stuff is good.
So good.
I know it says oud in the title but if you’re expecting a barnyard or skanky oud, you won’t find it here. Lot’s of spice on top, ginger and others, that smell very refined. The oud is clean and subdued, in the background for sure.
This is a good all around fragrance and can be worn in all seasons. There is something in it that reminds me of Lalique Pour Homme, the lion one, but with a Middle Eastern twist. They don’t smell alike, but they remind me of each other. If you like the Lalique you’ll probably like this one too.
I agree with the other reviewer who says this is a “boss” fragrance. You’ll smell like a man and THE man in this one.
РОМАН 1987 – :
Idk how to describe it but its very fresh and kinda heavy at the same time but not like the 2 others. The 2 others are nuclear bombs ahah but this one for me is the more wearable one the more versatile. And crowd pleaser. The boruzz line is for Very important people type of perfume like Ceo’s, bosses etc… cause they all smell like this is a grown man who knows where he is going, a leader, a BOSS. I mean rich responsible person.. mann idk hw to describe it exactely but that’s what comes in my mind