RAYHAAN
CADIZ

2025

cumin
cardamom
artemisia

rose
orris

tonka bean
amber
vanilla
patchouli
sandalwood
musk

‘Cadiz Perfume 100ml EDP by Rayhaan is a sophisticated oriental woody fragrance for men and women. Inspired by the warm breeze of Cadiz and the deep spirit of Middle Eastern fragrances. This Arabic fragrance offers a rich and elegant experience, balancing spices, flowers and creamy woods. Perfect for UK consumers looking for a signature fragrance that is bold, long-lasting and uniquely inspired without the luxurious price tag.’ – Emirates Oud

Definitely the most interesting of the Cadiz, Granada & Seville set of releases, although I’m not sure if I prefer it over Seville per se. According to the interwebs, Cadiz is supposedly made to be similar to Valentino V Pour Homme, which I’ve never smelled, but it definitely feels like a 15-20 year old designer release.

For a moment I thought it would go in a vanillic or ambery Aventus-like direction (like V Canto Adux), but it doesn’t. It’s more mossy and spicy. The spices actually feel ‘old’, as in, they’ve lost their sharpness and kick. It’s more of a vague mossy-amber with some vanilla and at times a typical men’s ‘designer essence’ comes through with a fresh-ish tinge. A hard one to describe the scent of, as it feels rather abstract and soft. Not bad and on the classy side.