Woody

Indian oud smells like the deep, resinous heart of ancient wood—imagine walking into a centuries-old temple where incense has soaked into every beam. There's a warm, almost animalic quality; think leather left in the sun, mixed with earth after rain and a whisper of smoky spice. It's rich and slightly sweet, but never cloying—more like the creaking timbre of a cello than a bright violin note. First-time smellers often detect barnyard notes or even a faint medicinal quality before the honeyed, woody depths reveal themselves.

Gourmand

Praliné smells like the warm, buttery heart of toasted hazelnuts and almonds, with honeyed sweetness layered underneath. Imagine biting into a freshly made praline chocolate—that caramelised nuttiness combined with sweet brown sugar, a whisper of vanilla, and creamy richness. It's indulgent without being cloying: more sophisticated patisserie than artificial candy, with a gentle toastiness that recalls warm caramel sauce poured over roasted nuts.