Arabians Tonka Eau de Parfum

Montale’s Arabian Tonka is a rich, opulent fragrance that perfectly balances Middle Eastern warmth with gourmand indulgence. From the very first spray, the perfume announces itself boldly with saffron and bergamot. The saffron is deep, spicy, and slightly leathery, giving a regal edge, while the bergamot lifts the opening with a subtle brightness, preventing the scent from becoming too heavy too soon. As the fragrance develops, the heart reveals the true magic of Arabian Tonka. Bulgarian rose lends a velvety floral elegance that contrasts beautifully with the earthy, resinous oud. This duo creates a sense of luxury and mystique, typical of Montale’s DNA. The rose never feels powdery or old-fashioned—it’s dark, sensual, and almost jammy, blending seamlessly into the woodiness. The star of the show is, of course, the base. Tonka bean and amber flood the dry down with a creamy, sweet warmth that feels comforting yet decadent. The tonka provides that almond-vanilla richness, while the amber enhances the resinous glow, creating an almost gourmand effect. A touch of sugar amplifies the sweetness, making the scent addictive, while oakmoss anchors it with a subtle earthiness that keeps the perfume from tipping into cloying territory. Performance is excellent—longevity stretches well over 8–10 hours, and the projection is strong, leaving a seductive trail without being overpowering. Arabian Tonka is not an everyday scent; it shines best in cooler weather, evenings, or special occasions when you want to make a lasting impression. Overall, Montale Arabian Tonka is a captivating interplay of spice, florals, oud, and sweetness—luxurious, long-lasting, and perfectly suited for those who love bold oriental-gourmand fragrances.

This perfume is my staple winter fragrance. The oud and other spices mixed in are an incredible blend. It’s a Harrods exclusive but can be found online. Always a load of compliments from other people when I’m wearing it and honestly need more bottles

Had this as my staple winter fragrance over the last few years, so sweet definitely leans more unisex. Last over 12 hours on skin and I’ve even had to wash some shirts twice to get it out so be careful! Would 100% recommend to anyone that wants to walk in a room and get noticed.

this fragrance lasts a good 8-10 hours on skin and honestly smells so good. the notes on fragrantica are vanilla amber oud warm spicy rose musky metallic aromatic powdery And in my opinion just smells like a oudy vanilla sweet but Smokey cake it’s so good and does not get sickening which I look for in a fragrance 10/10 recommend!!!