Milano — Oud & Saffron

MILANO — OUD & SAFFRON A fragrance created exclusively for true oud oil enthusiasts. If you are looking for a fragrance where oud is merely a subtle background note, Milano is not for you. But if you appreciate the depth, complexity, and character of pure oud oil, this composition was created with you in mind. The Concept Following the release of Razin, many of you requested a bold, unapologetic oud oil fragrance — one in which oud takes center stage rather than playing a supporting role. That is where the idea for Milano began. This time, saffron became oud’s partner in the composition. Saffron is a rich, warm, and distinctive aromatic material, and when carefully blended with oud, it can reveal different facets of its character and create a more complex olfactory experience. The intention was not simply to create an oud fragrance with saffron added to it. The goal was to build a composition in which both materials form the heart of the experience, supported by carefully selected aromatic ingredients that complement the oud without overshadowing it. The Aged Base Work on Milano began in late April, marking the start of an extended process of blending, testing, and refinement. The fragrance is built upon an aged base developed specifically for concentrated oil-based compositions. This base has matured for more than four years and contains over 300 grams of oud oil. This is more than just a foundation. It is the backbone of Milano’s character, bringing together different oud origins, aromatic profiles, and layers of complexity. The Oud Oils in the Base One of the defining features of this base is the diversity of oud oils used, carefully bringing together materials from multiple origins, each with its own distinctive character. * 4 different Cambodian oud oils * 2 different Burmese oud oils * 5 different Indian oud oils * Moroki oud oil * 3 different Vietnamese oud oils * 4 different Trat oud oils * Koh Chang oud oil * Borneo oud oil * Burai oud oil * Tarakan oud oil * Sa Kaeo oud oil * 4 different Malaysian oud oils * 3 different Laotian oud oils * 4 different Prachin oud oils * Ceylonese oud oil This diversity is not about the number of ingredients alone. It is about building a richer aromatic foundation through the interaction of oud oils with different profiles, rather than relying on a single origin. Saffron and the Supporting Materials Alongside the oud base, saffron is used in three different forms: Saffron Absolute, Saffron CO₂ Extract, and Saffron Tincture, complemented by Cardamom Absolute. These materials are integrated with a selection of resins, woods, and aromatic ingredients, including Frankincense, Decolorized Labdanum Absolute, Siam Benzoin Resinoid, Myrrh, Elemi, and Guaiac Wood Oil, alongside Castoreum Absolute and Rectified Birch Tar. The final base brings together natural oud oils, Vanilla Absolute, Deer Musk, Raw Ambergris, and Civet, adding further depth and richness to the composition. The Character of Milano Milano is not a fragrance designed to conceal oud beneath layers of other materials. From the beginning, the intention has been to keep oud oil at the heart of the experience, while saffron gives the composition its distinctive identity and the supporting materials add depth and complexity. This is a fragrance for those who appreciate the details — those who enjoy discovering the differences between aromatic materials and how their characters interact, rather than seeking a fleeting scent that resembles everything else. Limited Quantity — A Composition That Will Not Be Repeated in the Same Form The oud oils that formed the aged base and were used in this fragrance have been completely exhausted. For this reason, the available quantity is limited, and the composition will not be reproduced in exactly the same form. Milano is more than a new fragrance. It is the culmination of an aged oud base, a diverse selection of oud oils, and an extensive process of experimentation — bringing together the character of oud and the richness of saffron. If you are a true enthusiast of bold oud oil fragrances, Milano deserves to be experienced firsthand.