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Perfumes Like Kilian Angels' Share: Arabian Alternatives in Canada
- Spicy · Woody · Gourmand
- Extrait de Parfum · 100 ml
- 10–12 hour longevity guarantee
$72.00 USDRegular price$101.00
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Lattafa Khamrah is the alternative to Kilian Angels' Share that fragrance communities name most often. Of the perfumes on this page, Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic shares cognac, cinnamon, tonka, oak, praline, vanilla and sandalwood, and Sero Spirit Flame shares those plus hedione and candied almond. Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa and Khamrah Dukhan share praline and tonka. Qadr by Sara Sakina shares tonka and vanilla.
Key takeaways
- Most named by communities: Lattafa Khamrah, then Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic.
- Community pick here: Kismet Magic, with cognac, cinnamon, tonka, oak, praline, vanilla and sandalwood.
- Most shared notes: Sero Spirit Flame, which adds hedione and candied almond.
- Khamrah line: Khamrah Qahwa adds coffee; Khamrah Dukhan adds incense and tobacco.
- Our own: Qadr by Sara Sakina, sharing tonka and vanilla, with boozy notes and saffron.
What does Kilian Angels' Share smell like?
Angels' Share is a boozy, sweet fragrance for women and men from Kilian, created by Benoist Lapouza and released in 2020. Its published notes are cognac on top, cinnamon, tonka bean, oak and hedione in the heart, and vanilla, praline, sandalwood and candied almond in the base (Angels' Share note list). The list points to cognac and cinnamon over a sweet praline and vanilla base, with oak and sandalwood underneath. Alternatives usually keep the cognac, the cinnamon or the praline.
Which Arabian perfumes are similar to Angels' Share?
These perfumes on our shelves share part of the Angels' Share note list, with notes from each house's published list.
| Perfume | Shared with Angels' Share | Different | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kismet Magic by Maison Alhambra | Cognac, cinnamon, tonka bean, oak, praline, vanilla, sandalwood | No hedione or candied almond listed | Eau de parfum |
| Spirit Flame by Sero | Cognac, cinnamon, tonka bean, oak, hedione, praline, vanilla, sandalwood, candied almond | Extrait strength; its listing names no other notes | Extrait de parfum |
| Khamrah Qahwa by Lattafa | Cinnamon, praline, vanilla, tonka bean | Cardamom, ginger, candied fruits, white flowers, coffee, benzoin and musk; no cognac | Eau de parfum |
| Khamrah Dukhan by Lattafa | Praline, tonka bean | Spices, pimento, mandarin, incense, labdanum, orange blossom, patchouli, tobacco, amber and benzoin; no cognac | Eau de parfum |
| Qadr by Sara Sakina | Tonka, vanilla, and boozy notes where Angels' Share lists cognac | Cardamom, saffron, cade, suede, benzoin, coffee, labdanum, guaiac wood and amberwood; no cinnamon or praline | Extrait de parfum |
Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic: cognac, cinnamon and praline
After Lattafa Khamrah, Kismet Magic is the alternative fragrance communities name most for Angels' Share, and reviewers list it too. Its published notes are cognac on top, cinnamon, tonka bean and oak in the heart, and praline, vanilla and sandalwood in the base, and every one of them appears in the Angels' Share list. Hedione and candied almond, which Angels' Share lists, are not on it. Choose it if you want a community pick that shares this many notes. It is an eau de parfum.
Sero Spirit Flame: the most shared notes
Sero Spirit Flame is our pick based on notes rather than on community lists. Its listing shares more notes with Angels' Share than any other perfume here: cognac, cinnamon, tonka bean, oak, hedione, praline, vanilla, sandalwood and candied almond. Shared notes do not show how the materials are balanced, so smell it before you decide. Choose it if you want all of those notes at extrait strength. It is an extrait de parfum in a 50 ml bottle.
Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa: cinnamon and praline with coffee
Khamrah Qahwa belongs to the Khamrah line, and reviewers list it as an Angels' Share alternative in its own right. Qahwa means coffee in Arabic. It shares cinnamon, praline, vanilla and tonka bean, and adds cardamom, ginger, candied fruits, white flowers, coffee, benzoin and musk. With no cognac on its list, it is a spiced coffee gourmand rather than a boozy one. Choose it if you want coffee with the cinnamon and praline. It is an eau de parfum.
Lattafa Khamrah Dukhan: praline and tonka with smoke
Khamrah Dukhan is the smoky member of the Khamrah line, and dukhan means smoke in Arabic. It shares praline and tonka bean with Angels' Share, and adds spices, pimento, mandarin, incense, labdanum, orange blossom, patchouli, tobacco, amber and benzoin. It has no cognac or cinnamon on its list. Choose it if you like the sweet base of Angels' Share and want incense and tobacco with it. It is an eau de parfum.
Qadr by Sara Sakina: boozy, with saffron and suede
Qadr is our own perfume, so we will be clear about where it fits. It shares tonka and vanilla with Angels' Share, and where Angels' Share lists cognac, Qadr lists boozy notes. It adds cardamom, saffron, smoky cade, cistus, suede, benzoin, coffee, labdanum, guaiac wood and amberwood, with no cinnamon, praline, oak or almond, so it is less sugary and smokier. Choose it if you like the boozy warmth but want saffron and suede in place of praline. 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.
Which Angels' Share alternative should you choose?
- You want a community pick with many shared notes: Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic.
- You want the longest shared note list, at extrait strength: Sero Spirit Flame.
- You want coffee with the cinnamon and praline: Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa.
- You want incense and tobacco: Lattafa Khamrah Dukhan.
- You want boozy warmth with saffron and suede: Qadr by Sara Sakina.
Questions about Angels' Share alternatives
What is the closest Arabian alternative to Kilian Angels' Share?
Fragrance communities most often name Lattafa Khamrah, followed by Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic. Kismet Magic shares cognac, cinnamon, tonka bean, oak, praline, vanilla and sandalwood with Angels' Share. By published notes alone, Sero Spirit Flame shares the most, adding hedione and candied almond.
Is Lattafa Khamrah a dupe of Angels' Share?
Reviewers often compare the two. Khamrah is a separate perfume from Lattafa that shares some notes with Angels' Share. This page compares two perfumes from its line, Khamrah Qahwa and Khamrah Dukhan, by published notes.
Is Qadr a dupe of Angels' Share?
No. Qadr is an original perfume mixed by Aymane Zerzkhane for Sara Sakina. It is a separate perfume that shares some published notes with Angels' Share, tonka and vanilla, and it lists boozy notes where Angels' Share lists cognac. It adds saffron, cardamom, suede, coffee and smoky cade.
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. A second boutique opens at Bramalea City Centre in Brampton in late October 2026. For Qadr you can also order the 5 ml tester online.
Khamrah Qahwa or Khamrah Dukhan: which is closer to Angels' Share?
By published notes, Khamrah Qahwa shares more: cinnamon, praline, vanilla and tonka bean, against praline and tonka bean for Khamrah Dukhan. Qahwa adds coffee and cardamom. Dukhan adds incense, tobacco and labdanum.
Try the boozy one side by side. Shop Qadr Extrait de Parfum 100 ml, or add the 5 ml tester from the same page. Buy any qualifying perfume over CA$40 with Qadr and get 20% off Qadr, or a free Qadr 5 ml tester instead.
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