Tobacco Mandarin

Tobacco Mandarin by Byredo is a bold, dense, and opulent fragrance with a strong emphasis on spicy, smoky tobacco and amber accords. It opens with a sharp burst of mandarin, cumin, and coriander, delivering a complex, spicy, and slightly animalic intensity—some describe it as resembling a spice bazaar or a temple bathed in incense. The heart features a deep, rich tobacco note intertwined with labdanum, frankincense, and leather, creating a warming, woody depth. The base settles into a smooth, slightly sweet incense-amber with notes of agarwood (oud) and sandalwood, offering a lasting, smoky-velvet impression. It is unisex in appeal and performs best in cooler weather, with solid longevity and moderate to strong sillage. While some find the cumin overwhelming and dominating, many appreciate its role in adding dimension and contrast to the sweetness of mandarin and the richness of the tobacco.