SOTD: Perseus by Maison Alahambra 07/01/2026
When I first caught sight of this bottle, I was initially cautious. It's clear thelat this is a PDM influences release and to be honest I wasn't a fan of the OG. So I was delighted to find out that it's actually more like Pegasus which I do enjoy. An Oriental Woody fragrance for a fraction of the price.Its a creamy balance of fresh aromatics and warm gourmand notes The opening is fresh and slightly spicy with Bergamot giving a quick, crisp citrus lift, that is immediately balanced by the soft, powdery Heliotrope and a hint of clean, sharp spice from Cumin (some reviewers perceive this more like black pepper or a fresh, clean spice The heart is where the fragrance distinguishes itself. Lavender and Jasmine add a clean, aromatic floral layer, but the star is the Bitter Almond. Yes I am quite partial to an Almond note. The Almond here is smooth, slightly nutty, with a gourmand sweetness. The base is a warm, creamy, Vanilla is prominent, combined with Amber for a rich sweetness. Sandalwood anchors the composition with a smooth, woody dept. How they messed up with Perseus and Pegasus is beyond me. They did a good job with this although it's not quite a refined as the PDM, for the money it drops you in the ballpark. Almost 6 hrs on skin with a moderate projection for the first 2hrs after which it Moves into a noticeable but gentler scent bubble that leaves a pleasant, detectable trail. As always this is best served in the cooler climate. Not a bad looking bottle too. My Rating: 6.5/10 Scent: 2 Longevity: 2 Sillage: 1.5 Y/N: 1