Forty Thieves

Forty Thieves by Fort & Manle is a deeply resinous, honeyed incense fragrance that unfolds like a story from a forgotten Arabian tale. It opens with a bright, spicy blend of bergamot, pink pepper, and incense, giving it a vibrant, pungent character that comes across as unexpectedly fresh despite its darker base. The heart carries a rich, creamy honeyed amber with labdanum, rose, and papyrus, evoking a sense of ancient woods, barbershop elegance, and sacred incense. As it settles, the fragrance deepens into a smooth, woody-sweet base of sandalwood, oud, vanilla, and resin, creating a mysterious, meditative dry down. It’s best experienced on cool evenings or winter days, where its long and balanced projection enhances its spell-binding effect. Users consistently describe it as transformative and mesmerizing, especially after the initial phase, with many calling it a 'journey' or 'pure magic.' Its quality lies in its complex, nuanced composition—well-blended, ethereal, and complete—distinctly more refined than similar scents.