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Perfumes Like Khamrah: 7 Warm Alternatives to Try in Canada
- Spicy · Woody · Gourmand
- Extrait de Parfum · 100 ml
- 10–12 hour longevity guarantee
$71.00 USDRegular price$101.00
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The closest alternatives to Lattafa Khamrah share its warm base of vanilla, tonka and benzoin and put a spice on top. Lattafa Her Confession is the nearest note match, with cinnamon, tuberose and mahonial. Bade'e Al Oud Honor & Glory and Afnan 9 PM keep the cinnamon and vanilla. Qadr by Sara Sakina is the drier, smokier choice at extrait strength.
Key takeaways
- Closest note match: Lattafa Her Confession, with cinnamon, tuberose, mahonial, vanilla and tonka.
- Drier and smokier: Qadr by Sara Sakina, with saffron, coffee, suede and the same vanilla, tonka and benzoin base.
- Creamier: Bade'e Al Oud Honor & Glory, with cinnamon, crème brûlée and pineapple.
- Fruitier: Afnan 9 PM, with apple, cinnamon and vanilla.
- More dessert: Armaf Odyssey Dubai Chocolat and Khadlaj Island Vanilla Dunes.
What does Khamrah smell like?
Khamrah is a warm, sweet and spiced eau de parfum. Lattafa lists cinnamon, nutmeg and bergamot on top, dates, praline, tuberose and mahonial in the heart, and vanilla, tonka bean, amberwood, myrrh, benzoin and akigalawood in the base (Lattafa's note list). On skin it reads like dates and cinnamon pastry over a cozy resin base. A good alternative keeps that base and changes what sits on top.
Which perfumes smell like Khamrah?
Here are seven perfumes that share part of Khamrah's note list, with what they share and where they part ways. Notes follow each house's published lists.
| Perfume | Shared with Khamrah | Different | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Her Confession by Lattafa | Cinnamon, tuberose, mahonial, vanilla, tonka | Jasmine and incense, more floral | Eau de parfum |
| Qadr by Sara Sakina | Vanilla, tonka, benzoin, amberwood | Saffron, coffee, suede, cade smoke, no dates or praline | Extrait de parfum |
| Bade'e Al Oud Honor & Glory by Lattafa | Cinnamon, vanilla, benzoin | Pineapple, crème brûlée, turmeric, sandalwood | Eau de parfum |
| 9 PM by Afnan | Cinnamon, bergamot, vanilla, tonka | Apple, lavandin, orange blossom, patchouli | Eau de parfum |
| Asad by Lattafa | Vanilla, amber, benzoin | Black pepper, tobacco, coffee, pineapple | Eau de parfum |
| Odyssey Dubai Chocolat by Armaf | Praline, tonka, vanilla, amberwood | Chocolate, pistachio, hazelnut, coffee, caramel | Eau de parfum |
| Island Vanilla Dunes by Khadlaj | Praline, vanilla, amber, bergamot | Lavender, cardamom, orange blossom, guaiac wood | Extrait de parfum |
Lattafa Her Confession: the closest note match
Her Confession shares more of Khamrah's notes than any other bottle on our shelves: cinnamon up top, tuberose and mahonial in the heart, and vanilla and tonka in the base. Jasmine and incense make it more floral and a little more elegant. It is often worn as a feminine take on the Khamrah style.
Qadr by Sara Sakina: drier, smokier, extrait strength
Qadr is our own perfume, so we will be clear about where it fits. It keeps the vanilla, tonka, benzoin and amberwood base that makes Khamrah so comfortable, but it has no dates or praline. Cardamom and saffron open over a boozy accord and a touch of cade smoke, and coffee, suede and cistus form the heart. If Khamrah feels too sweet by the afternoon, Qadr is the one to try. It is an extrait de parfum with our 10 to 12 hour longevity guarantee, and there is a 5 ml tester.
01Top notes
The opening
The first impression, in the opening minutes.
- CardamomGreen, cool spice with a gentle warmth.
- SaffronGolden, leathery and softly honeyed.
- Boozy notesA warm, liqueur-like glow.
- CadeA wisp of smoke from juniper wood.
02Heart notes
The heart
It settles on your skin and shows its character.
- CistusResinous and amber-sweet.
- SuedeSoft, powdery leather.
- BenzoinBalsamic, vanilla-like warmth.
- CoffeeDark roasted beans, smooth and rich.
03Base notes
The drydown
What lingers on skin and clothes for hours.
- TonkaAlmond, caramel and warm hay.
- VanillaCreamy, comforting sweetness.
- LabdanumDeep, ambery resin.
- Guaiac woodSmoky, velvety wood.
- AmberwoodDry, radiant woods.
Bade'e Al Oud Honor & Glory: creamier and brighter
Honor & Glory keeps Khamrah's cinnamon, vanilla and benzoin and adds pineapple and crème brûlée, with turmeric and black pepper for warmth. It opens brighter and fruitier than Khamrah and dries down creamy with sandalwood.
Afnan 9 PM: fruitier, made for nights out
9 PM pairs cinnamon with apple and lavandin over amber, vanilla and tonka. It shares Khamrah's spiced vanilla core but reads fruitier and more playful, and it is usually worn as an evening scent for men.
Lattafa Asad: spicier and darker
Asad swaps Khamrah's dates for black pepper, tobacco and coffee, over a base of vanilla, amber, benzoin and labdanum. Choose it if you like Khamrah's warmth but want more bite.
Odyssey Dubai Chocolat and Island Vanilla Dunes: more dessert
If the praline in Khamrah is what you love, go sweeter. Odyssey Dubai Chocolat layers chocolate, pistachio, hazelnut, caramel and coffee over praline, tonka and vanilla. Island Vanilla Dunes is softer, with lavender and cardamom over praline, vanilla and amber, and it is an extrait de parfum.
What about the other Khamrah perfumes?
Lattafa makes several Khamrah flankers. Khamrah Qahwa adds coffee, cardamom and ginger. Khamrah Dukhan adds incense and tobacco. Khamrah Waha is a fresh summer version with yuzu and sea salt, so it is not a warm alternative. For a note by note comparison with Qadr, see Qadr vs Khamrah vs Khamrah Qahwa.
Which Khamrah alternative should you choose?
- You want the same feel: Lattafa Her Confession.
- You want less sugar and more smoke: Qadr by Sara Sakina.
- You want it creamier: Bade'e Al Oud Honor & Glory.
- You want it fruitier: Afnan 9 PM.
- You want more spice: Lattafa Asad.
- You want dessert: Armaf Odyssey Dubai Chocolat or Khadlaj Island Vanilla Dunes.
Questions about Khamrah alternatives
What perfume smells the most like Khamrah?
By notes, Lattafa Her Confession is the closest, sharing cinnamon, tuberose, mahonial, vanilla and tonka. It is a little more floral because of jasmine and incense. For something drier and smokier on the same base, try Qadr by Sara Sakina.
Is Qadr a dupe of Khamrah?
No. Qadr is an original perfume mixed by Aymane Zerzkhane for Sara Sakina. It shares Khamrah's vanilla, tonka and benzoin base but replaces the dates and praline with saffron, coffee, suede and smoke.
Which Khamrah alternative lasts the longest?
The two extraits de parfum on this list, Qadr and Khadlaj Island Vanilla Dunes, carry the most perfume oil. Qadr comes with our 10 to 12 hour longevity guarantee. Wear time for any perfume still depends on skin, weather and how much you spray.
Are these alternatives unisex?
Khamrah is worn by everyone. Qadr, Honor & Glory, Dubai Chocolat and Island Vanilla Dunes are unisex, Her Confession leans feminine, and Afnan 9 PM and Asad lean masculine. Choose by the notes you enjoy.
Can I smell these before buying?
Yes. Visit Sara Sakina at Oakville Place in Oakville, on the upper level across from Sephora, to try testers. For Qadr you can also order the 5 ml tester online.
Try the smoky one side by side. Shop Qadr Extrait de Parfum 100 ml, or add the 5 ml tester from the same page and wear it next to your Khamrah. New to Qadr? Start with what Qadr smells like.
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