What Is Maison Alhambra Exclusif Tabac a Dupe Of?

What is Exclusif Tabac a clone of?

Maison Alhambra Exclusif Tabac is a clone of Carolina Herrera Mystery Tobacco EDP. Tobacco, patchouli and tonka are the main connection, with ginger, citrus and woody notes giving you more to explore in the comparison.

How close are the note lists?

The two note pyramids shown here line up closely. Both list osmanthus, ginger, citrus and artemisia at the top. Both put tobacco, patchouli, guaiac wood and vetiver in the middle, with tonka bean at the base.

That's a more specific connection than tobacco alone. If you're browsing several tobacco fragrances, the patchouli, ginger and tonka are useful clues about why Exclusif Tabac is paired with Mystery Tobacco. We'd look at the whole combination rather than choose it just because the word “Tabac” is on the bottle.

What should you compare when sampling?

We'd start with the balance between tobacco and patchouli, then pay attention to the sweetness around them. Tonka appears in both lists, while the ginger and citrus give you something else to look for alongside the warmer notes.

Matching lists can make a sample worth seeking out, but they don't tell you how prominent every note will be. If you already enjoy Mystery Tobacco, think about the part you most want to keep: the tobacco itself, the patchouli, or the softer sweetness. That gives you a better way to judge Exclusif Tabac than simply counting shared notes.

Exclusif Tabac and Tabac are different fragrances

Look for the full name Maison Alhambra Exclusif Tabac. Maison Alhambra also has a fragrance called Tabac, so a shortened retailer title can be confusing. The original covered here is Carolina Herrera Mystery Tobacco Eau de Parfum from the Confidential collection.

Is it worth trying?

We'd shortlist it if tobacco, patchouli and tonka appeal to you, especially with ginger and woods in the mix. Follow the product-page links for shopping options, and compare the full name, bottle size and packaging before choosing an offer.