Old Fashioned by Gulf Orchid Eau de Parfum 100 ml

Eau de Parfum • Unisex • Woody Spicy Boozy Gourmand

What it is

Old Fashioned by Gulf Orchid is a rich unisex woody spicy fragrance inspired by the classic Old Fashioned cocktail, blending fruity cherry and incense with warm spices, rum-like accords and a leathery-ambered base for a bold and memorable scent experience. 

Fragrance Notes

• Top Notes: Cherry, Fruity Notes, Incense
• Heart Notes: Rum, Spices, Clove, Ginger, Cedarwood, Woody Notes 
• Base Notes: Leather, Vanilla, Patchouli, Vetiver, Sweet Notes, Balsamic Notes 

What It Smells Like

Old Fashioned opens with a sweet and slightly tart cherry-fruit fusion balanced with resinous incense that feels bold and intriguing. As it develops, a boozy spicy heart of rum, warm clove, ginger and cedarwood emerges, giving a sensual, autumnal warmth reminiscent of a cocktail lounge vibe. The dry down blends creamy vanilla, earthy patchouli, vetiver, leather and balsamic sweetness, resulting in a deep, complex and long-lasting trail that’s both rich and refined, ideal for cooler weather and evening wear. 

Dupe / Alternative to

Many fragrance fans describe Old Fashioned’s profile as reminiscent of warm cherry boozy cocktails with a spicy-woody backbone, echoing aspects of Kilian Old Fashioned vibes or boozy niche scents because of its rum, cherry and incense mix, though it is not officially marketed as a clone by Gulf Orchid. Community impressions note its boozy, warm spicy character with leather and vanilla depth rather than a direct designer match.

Performance

• Longevity: Moderate to long lasting. 
• Sillage: Moderate 
• Projection: Bold fruity-spice opening that transitions into a deep warm base. 

Best For

• Fall and winter seasons where rich boozy and spicy notes shine. 
• Evening wear, date nights and special occasions. 
• Those who enjoy woody spicy gourmand fragrances with a warm cherry-rum twist.