What Is Rayhaan Royal Wood a Dupe Of?

Some wearers compare Rayhaan Royal Wood with Amouage Jubilation XXV Man. That's the name to look at if you've seen Royal Wood mentioned as an Amouage alternative. The evidence for this pairing is limited, though, so it makes more sense as a comparison to sample than a promise of a close match.

Why Jubilation XXV comes up

Among the owner reviews of Royal Wood, one wearer points to a Jubilation connection after the opening has settled. Other reviews make different associations. That gives the comparison some context, but there's room for your experience to differ.

Rayhaan's published notes begin with bergamot, lemon and ginger. Cinnamon, pineapple and lavender follow, with patchouli, cashmeran and amberwoods at the base. Citrus, spice and woods are the main things to keep in mind when deciding whether to try it.

Amouage's list for Jubilation XXV Man takes a much more elaborate route. Blackberry, frankincense and labdanum appear in the opening; honey, cinnamon, clove and guaiac wood sit in the heart; oud, myrrh and patchouli are among the base notes.

Cinnamon, patchouli and a woody direction offer points to compare. Royal Wood's own list doesn't include Jubilation's blackberry, frankincense or oud, so the Amouage name alone shouldn't decide your purchase.

Use the right Jubilation bottle

The reference here is Jubilation XXV Man Eau de Parfum. Jubilation 40 is a separate release, and the women's Jubilation is another fragrance. Check the full name when choosing a sample.

Would Royal Wood suit you?

If the citrus, cinnamon and woody combination sounds appealing on its own, start there. Give a sample time beyond the opening and see whether the base is something you'd reach for regularly. A side-by-side with Jubilation XXV will be more useful than a quick sniff from a bottle cap.

Check current offers for Rayhaan Royal Wood, including size and shipping. Our Jubilation XXV buying guide goes further into the original if that's the bottle you're considering.