Castore Rouge opens with an absolute blast of juicy & rich mix of roses lifted by a tart touch of fruit. As that initial sweetness settles, the base comes out swinging with a deep, dark blend of what I suspect to be the castoreum and oud that gives it incredible depth and character.
I was actually sitting here talking to Mahir on WhatsApp for the past couple of days, contemplating what to add for a custom 15ml (I had already bought the 30ml). I added and deleted different customization from my cart at least six times 🤣… Should I ask for more rose? But the opening was already such a juicy rose, so would adding more drown out the oud? But then the oud comes out as it settles, and is so wonderfully blended... would adding more oud drown out the rose?
I couldn’t decide, so I asked my wife for her opinion on what she felt was missing if she could make adjustments. Her reply was simple: "Nothing. It’s perfect the way it is.”She was spot on. I realized there’s nothing I need to tweak or change. It’s already a perfectly balanced blend of notes and I am enjoying it like crazy.
Feeling the urge to spend, I ended up buying salah al-din instead… Don’t sleep on this one guys. I am not typically an attar guy but I could see myself wearing this one often! Dope work Maher Elkhaldi.
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Cody Robinson
I was pleasantly surprised on this creation
I was pleasantly surprised on this creation. Out of all the releases for July 2026, this was the one I was most hesitant on. Seaweed? Onchya? Oh no…… but actually it work! This is a completely different take on an ambergris fragrance and it’s gorgeous. Sweet, some creamy feel and oh is it oudy. The composition is well structured and I am pleased and privileged to own this unique creation.
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Cody Robinson
Green goddess
Civet prestige is wonderful. I am not one for green profiles. But this alludes to something more delightful in my taste. It’s creamy, slightly spiced and the green is not earthy but more lactonic green facets. This is absolutely gorgeous. Has a mature nuance to it as well which is lovely.
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Cody Robinson
Castore rouge
Beautifully red and Smokey with a beautiful deep/ dark feature. Love this as it’s perfect for the cold weather and brisk afternoons. Another beautiful creation.
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Cody Robinson
Nightfall Neroli
What a wonderful floral experience! Nobody does florals better than Elkhaldi. The jasmine is uplifting and the neroli keeps the airy aspects going. Followed through by a soft oud and leather Drydown with the florals lingering. Top notch creation and Elkhaldi never fails to amaze me with his creations.
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Very different
Spot on
Nightfall Neroli is on another level
Elkhaldi has quickly become my favorite house.
Every one of the new releases are amazing.
Nightfall Neroli is as good as it gets just glad I scored 50ml
