by Abdul Samad Al Qurashi
Sadine Blend presents a deep, dark, and opulent oud mukhallat with a complex bouquet centered on aged agarwood, accented by green, spicy, and floral notes. It unfolds with an initial glistening of citric freshness before settling into a rich, meditative core of Taif rose, saffron, sandalwood, and black musk. The fragrance is profoundly sanguine and powerful, with immense projection and longevity that some users describe as almost inexhaustible, persisting through the night and even into the next day. The scent evokes monumental sacred spaces — a spiritual, luxurious aura of ornate black incense, resinous amber, and dense, noble woods. However, some users report a significant shift in composition compared to earlier batches, with the reformulated version appearing much fresher, lighter, and soap-like — less dark, less complex, and lacking in depth and animalic musk. This discrepancy suggests that the formula may have been altered, potentially due to European regulatory compliance, resulting in a softer, more accessible version that lacks the original intensity. The scent is unisex in appeal but leans strongly toward masculine or androgynous maturity, with most wearing it during evening hours. Its character is dramatic, commanding the attention of a room — especially powerful and weighty, ideal for formal, spiritual, or high-impact occasions.