Aoud Lemon Mint

Montale Aoud Lemon Mint dupe, inspired by the original

Montale Aoud Lemon Mint is a bright, refreshing take on oud, cooling the rich Middle Eastern wood with a zesty lemon and a lift of mint. Our interpretation carries that character in a long lasting Eau de Parfum, made in the EU.

The Story Behind the Scent

Pierre Montale spent years working in the Gulf building fragrances for royal families before founding his own Paris house, and his signature became a big, radiant oud made accessible to Western noses. Aoud Lemon Mint is one of his more playful compositions, taking the deep, smoky agarwood he is known for and wrapping it in something fresh and unexpected.

Lemon, almond and a touch of pepper open it crisp and slightly nutty, a smooth oud, patchouli and jasmine build a warm, resinous heart, and a base of vanilla, leather and amber keeps it rich and long lasting. The contrast of cool citrus over warm wood is what makes it stand out, familiar oud comfort with a bright, modern twist.

How Our Version Compares to the Original

We do not claim this is identical, because no interpretation is. What we have built follows the same woody oud signature of the original, rebuilt at up to 40% perfume oil so it projects clearly early on and lingers longer than a typical spray. A little goes a long way.

Who It’s For

It suits anyone who likes oud but wants something fresher and easier to wear. It works year round, day or evening, and wears as a bold unisex fragrance.

Notes

Top: Lemon, Almond, Pepper

Heart: Oud, Patchouli, Jasmine

Base: Vanilla, Leather, Amber

How it Smells

It opens bright and zesty, with lemon and a soft almond lifted by a cool minty freshness and a touch of pepper.

A smooth oud, patchouli and jasmine build a warm, resinous heart, and a base of vanilla, leather and amber keeps it rich and long lasting. The fresh top over the deep wood is what makes it memorable.

Common Questions

Is this the original fragrance?

No. It is our own interpretation of the accord, rebuilt at up to 40% perfume oil. It is not the branded fragrance and does not use the same formula, but it is made in the EU to careful standards to track the character you remember.

What does Aoud Lemon Mint smell like?

A bright citrus and mint freshness sitting over a rich, smooth oud, with warm vanilla, leather and amber underneath. It is oud made fresher and more wearable.

Is the oud harsh?

No, it is a smooth, rounded oud rather than a sharp, medicinal one, and the lemon and mint keep the opening light and approachable.

When should I wear it?

It works year round thanks to the fresh top, though the warm base makes it especially nice in cooler months and in the evening.

Is it unisex?

Yes. The bright oud character wears well on anyone who enjoys a bold, woody scent.

How long does it last?

Built at a high oil concentration, it lasts a long time on skin and lingers on fabric, as you would expect from an oud.

Disclaimer

Montale and Aoud Lemon Mint are trademarks of their respective owners, and all rights remain with them. Parfumour is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Montale in any way, and no business relationship of any kind is implied. Our product is an original interpretation created to evoke a similar scent profile, and the trademark names are used purely for honest, descriptive comparison, so that you can quickly identify the style and fragrance family you are looking for. We make no claim to sell the original product, and we do not use the same ingredients or formula. Any similarity lies in the overall impression of the scent as interpreted by our own perfumers, not in the source materials.