Amouage Library Opus XIV Royal Tobacco Eau De Parfum

Amouage Library Opus XIV Royal Tobacco Eau De Parfum was launched in 2022 and created by perfumer Cécile Zarokian as part of Amouage’s prestigious Library Collection. This bold and opulent fragrance is a masterful interpretation of tobacco, elevated with resins, spices, and woods that reflect the house’s signature grandeur. Rich, intense, and deeply sophisticated, Royal Tobacco is a statement scent that balances raw power with refined elegance.

The opening is immediately commanding, unfolding with a smoky and aromatic blend of frankincense and elemi resin, accented by spicy cardamom and anise. Fresh basil and bright bergamot cut through the resinous warmth, creating a complex introduction that feels both sharp and ceremonial. This opening sets a dramatic tone, hinting at the depth and intensity that follows.

At the heart, a luxurious tobacco accord takes center stage, enveloped by licorice root and fenugreek for a dark, slightly sweet nuance. Lavender adds an aromatic smoothness, while osmanthus, orange blossom, and rose introduce subtle floral warmth. These elements soften the tobacco’s richness without diminishing its bold character, resulting in a heart that feels textured, refined, and deeply addictive.

The base is dense and long-lasting, built on a foundation of myrrh, bourbon vanilla, and benzoin that provide resinous sweetness and warmth. Birch tar and agarwood add smoky depth, while labdanum, guaiac wood, and Peru balsam enhance the fragrance’s resinous core. Tonka bean, vetiver, and musk round out the dry-down with a smooth, lingering finish that leaves a powerful and elegant trail.

Fragrance Notes
Top notes: frankincense (olibanum), elemi resin, cardamom, anise, basil, bergamot
Heart notes: tobacco absolute, licorice root, fenugreek, lavender, osmanthus, orange blossom, rose
Base notes: myrrh, bourbon vanilla, benzoin, birch tar, agarwood (oud), labdanum, guaiac wood, Peru balsam, tonka bean, vetiver, musk