Cigar & Bergamot by ABD Malik bottle
ABD Malik

Cigar & Bergamot

Masculine 2018
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity5.0/5
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Night100
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Our take

Cumin and bergamot sit beside lavender and jasmine in a blend that feels both sharp and soft. The citrus is bright, yet the spice quickly pulls it toward something earthier. Tobacco and vanilla add a warm, slightly sweet weight that never becomes sugary. Sandalwood and amber give the mix a creamy, resinous texture that lingers in the air around the wearer. The powdery accord softens the edges of the fresh spicy and aromatic notes, making the whole composition feel rounded rather than jagged. White floral touches drift through the woody backbone without ever taking over. It smells like a room filled with old books, polished wood, and a half-finished drink.

The scent feels intimate and slightly old-fashioned, suited to a quiet evening indoors with dim lighting and heavy curtains. It carries a confident, masculine character that does not try to please everyone in the room. The cumin note is prominent and can feel aggressively savory to some noses. It gives the fragrance a sweaty, human quality that may read as unclean rather than alluring. The jasmine and lavender struggle to balance that heavy spice, sometimes getting lost beneath it. The vanilla and amber provide comfort, but they cannot fully smooth out the rough, pungent bite of the opening. The composition lacks a clear, refreshing lift, which makes the savory sharpness feel like a persistent limitation.

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