Asad Collection Gift Set (4 x 25ml) EDP by Lattafa

A single bottle of the iconic spicy-amber Dior fragrance that inspired this collection retails from around $240 AUD for just 60ml in Australia. The Asad Collection gives you four different takes on that same bold, spicy-woody DNA — including two genuinely close interpretations of the original — in travel-friendly 25ml bottles, all in one gift set.

The Story

"Asad" means lion in Arabic, and Lattafa built this collection around that same sense of strength, confidence, and regal presence. Since its 2021 launch, the original Asad has become a genuine benchmark in the affordable fragrance world — widely cited as one of the best-executed "inspired by" fragrances ever released, credited with introducing countless newcomers to Arabic perfumery. This collection brings together all four members of the family, each one taking the core DNA somewhere different.

The Scent

Asad opens with black pepper, pineapple, and tobacco, moving through cardamom, cinnamon, and rose, before settling into vanilla, ambergris, benzoin, and labdanum. Bold, spicy, and warm — the collection's flagship.

Asad Elixir intensifies that same DNA — black pepper, pineapple, and coffee up top, patchouli and iris in the heart, finishing in vanilla, amber, and benzoin. Deeper, sweeter, and more intense than the original.

Asad Bourbon takes a gourmand turn — pink pepper, lavender, and mirabelle plum opening into nutmeg, davana, and cocoa, settling into vetiver, bourbon vanilla, and amber. Smooth and indulgent, with a boozy warmth.

Asad Zanzibar is the lightest of the four — black pepper and sea lavender combine with coconut water and iris, finishing in vanilla and incense. Fresh, modern, and beach-inspired rather than dark and heavy.

An Honest Note on Performance

The original Asad and Asad Elixir are the closest matches to their Dior inspiration — reviewers put them at roughly 80-90% similar through the opening hours, though both run noticeably sweeter and less sharp than the pricier original. Asad Bourbon and Zanzibar are their own distinct compositions rather than direct comparisons, and Bourbon in particular has had mixed reviews on projection, with some finding it smoother but thinner than expected. Across the whole line, performance is strong — most wearers report 6-10+ hours, with Elixir typically running longest.

Fragrance Notes

Asad

• Top: Black Pepper, Pineapple, Tobacco
• Heart: Cardamom, Cinnamon, Rose
• Base: Vanilla, Ambergris, Benzoin, Labdanum

Asad Elixir

• Top: Black Pepper, Pineapple, Coffee
• Heart: Patchouli, Iris
• Base: Vanilla, Amber, Benzoin

Asad Bourbon

• Top: Pink Pepper, Lavender, Mirabelle Plum
• Heart: Nutmeg, Davana, Cocoa
• Base: Vetiver, Bourbon Vanilla, Amber

Asad Zanzibar

• Top: Black Pepper, Sea Lavender
• Heart: Coconut Water, Iris
• Base: Vanilla, Incense
• Scent Family: Oriental Spicy Woody (Asad, Elixir, Bourbon); Fresh Aromatic (Zanzibar)
• Gender: Men's, though Zanzibar in particular wears well as unisex
• Best For: Asad and Elixir for autumn/winter evenings; Bourbon for cooler-weather indulgence; Zanzibar for daytime and warmer climates

Product Details

• Size: 4 x 25ml (100ml total)
• Concentration: Eau de Parfum
• Brand: Lattafa
• Included: Asad, Asad Elixir, Asad Bourbon, Asad Zanzibar
• Release Years: Asad (2021), Zanzibar (2024), Bourbon and Elixir (more recent additions to the line)

Performance

• Longevity: Strong across the board, typically 6-10+ hours, with Elixir often running longest
• Projection: Asad and Elixir project confidently for the first 3-4 hours before settling; Bourbon and Zanzibar are more moderate
• Sillage: Noticeable, especially from Asad and Elixir — apply to clothing for extra longevity
• Best season: Asad, Elixir, and Bourbon suit autumn and winter; Zanzibar is built for warmer weather
• Caveat: If you're chasing an exact match to the Dior original specifically, know that all versions run sweeter — this is a genuinely well-loved "inspired by" interpretation, not a claimed 1:1

Comparison

• Asad and Asad Elixir are commonly compared to a famous spicy-amber Dior fragrance, landing at roughly 80-90% similar in the opening hours per community testing
• Both versions run sweeter and less sharp than the pricier original, thanks to more prominent honey and vanilla
• Asad Bourbon draws loosely from several different gourmand and aromatic references rather than one single fragrance
• Asad Zanzibar has drawn comparisons to fresh, coconut-driven designer releases thanks to its beachy, saline character

About Lattafa

Lattafa is a family-run, third-generation Emirati fragrance house and one of the most recognised names in modern Arabic perfumery, reaching customers in over 120 countries. The Asad line stands as one of its flagship achievements — the original Asad in particular is widely credited as a gold-standard example of what an accessible "inspired by" fragrance can achieve, and this collection brings its full family together in one set.

Why Buy From Dubai Blends

• 100% authentic — sourced directly from authorised Middle Eastern distributors, no middlemen, so you get the best price in Australia
• Fast, tracked shipping Australia-wide from our local warehouse
• Securely packed — every bottle arrives intact, guaranteed
• Loved by thousands of Australian fragrance fans

FAQ

What's included in the Asad Collection?
Four 25ml bottles: Asad (the bold original), Asad Elixir (deeper and more intense), Asad Bourbon (gourmand and boozy-sweet), and Asad Zanzibar (fresh and coconut-driven).

How does Asad compare to the iconic spicy-amber Dior fragrance retailing from $240 for 60ml in Australia?
Community testing puts Asad and Asad Elixir at roughly 80-90% similar to that fragrance through the opening hours, though both run sweeter and less sharp than the pricier original.

Is it unisex or gendered?
The collection is marketed as men's, though Asad Zanzibar's fresh, coconut-forward profile wears well as unisex.

How long does it last?
Strong across the line — most wearers report 6-10+ hours, with Asad Elixir typically the longest-lasting of the four.

What season or occasion is each one best for?
Asad, Elixir, and Bourbon suit autumn and winter evenings; Zanzibar is built for daytime wear and warmer climates.

Does Dubai Blends ship the Asad Collection across Australia?
Yes — we ship tracked, Australia-wide, including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and Canberra. Browse our full Lattafa range for more from the brand.

Pro Tip

The 25ml sizes in this set are perfect for testing which Asad flanker suits you best before committing to a full 100ml bottle — apply to clothing rather than just skin for extra staying power, especially with Asad and Elixir.