Rasasi Hawas Dulce
Brand: Rasasi
Unisex · Extrait · £35
Inspired by Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande.
Description
Hawas Dulce is a creamy gourmand extrait built around the indulgent dessert-like DNA of Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande. Product Overview Hawas Dulce is Rasasi’s unisex Private Collection gourmand, created for fragrance wearers who prefer rich sweetness, creamy textures and dessert-inspired compositions. Inspired by Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande, it combines passion fruit, hazelnut and pink pepper with coconut, cacao, caramel and tonka bean. The result is an addictive sweet fragrance that feels warm, comforting and deliberately indulgent. Scent Profile The opening combines tropical passion fruit with hazelnut and pink pepper, creating an unusual balance between juicy fruit, nutty sweetness and light spice. Coconut and cacao then move the fragrance deeper into gourmand territory, producing a creamy chocolate-like heart. The base introduces caramel, tonka bean and patchouli, with vetiver oil and ambrettolide adding structure and softness. The overall effect is creamy, sweet and highly addictive. Technical Structure and Development Hawas Dulce develops from fruity and nutty sweetness into a dense creamy gourmand heart before settling into a smooth caramel and tonka base. Passion fruit provides brightness at the opening, while hazelnut and cacao gradually increase the dessert-like character. Coconut adds creaminess through the middle, with caramel and tonka creating the richest part of the drydown. Patchouli and vetiver prevent the sweetness from becoming completely flat. Performance Hawas Dulce delivers solid performance, with community feedback placing longevity at 7+ hours on skin. Projection is moderately strong and deliberately creamy, creating an inviting scent bubble rather than an aggressive trail. The combination of caramel, tonka, cacao and ambrettolide gives the fragrance enough persistence to remain noticeable through extended social occasions. Wear Scenarios Hawas Dulce is built for: * dates * evening wear * autumn and winter * cosy indoor settings * casual social occasions * gourmand fragrance collections It works best when sweetness, comfort and an indulgent scent profile are an advantage rather than subtle freshness. Scent Family Positioning This sits firmly in the gourmand, creamy amber and sweet unisex fragrance space, overlapping chocolate, caramel, vanilla and nutty dessert compositions. Within the Hawas Private Collection, Dulce is the dedicated gourmand option, moving the family into a much sweeter and more comforting territory. Inspired By and Style Comparisons Hawas Dulce is directly inspired by Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande, with its creamy sweetness and dessert-like character forming the central connection. The passion fruit, hazelnut and cacao combination gives Dulce its own identity while maintaining the rich gourmand direction expected from the inspiration. Flankers and Variations Within the wider Hawas family, Dulce is one of the most obvious departures from traditional fresh and aquatic Hawas DNA. It should appeal particularly to wearers who enjoy creamy vanilla, chocolate, caramel and nutty gourmand fragrances, especially those looking for a more affordable alternative to niche dessert scents. Market and Community Reception Hawas Dulce has generated substantial attention among gourmand fragrance lovers, with social media creators frequently describing its creamy combination in highly indulgent dessert terms. The hazelnut, passion fruit, coconut, cacao and caramel profile has become a major talking point, while its 7+ hour performance strengthens its appeal as a sweet evening fragrance at a £35 price point.
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Atlas Insight
Why it stands out
Hawas Dulce takes the Hawas name into full gourmand territory, combining passion fruit, hazelnut, coconut, cacao, caramel and tonka into a creamy dessert-like composition. It is one of the most dramatic departures from the traditional fresh Hawas DNA.
Who should buy it
Buy this if you love sweet gourmand fragrances and want something creamy, comforting and addictive for evenings, dates and colder weather. At £35, Dulce gives you a highly indulgent Escapade Gourmande-inspired profile with solid 7+ hour performance.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you dislike sweet or dessert-like fragrances. The coconut, cacao, caramel and tonka combination makes Dulce deliberately rich and creamy, so anyone looking for freshness, dryness or an understated everyday signature will probably find it excessive.
Compared with the original
Dulce follows the creamy gourmand direction of Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande, although its passion fruit, hazelnut, coconut and cacao combination gives the fragrance its own identity. The original is smoother and more focused on vanilla, while Dulce adds more texture and contrast.
Best alternative if this isn't for you
Lattafa Khamrah if you want another affordable unisex gourmand with cinnamon, praline, vanilla and amber depth, or Hawas Luceo if you want to move completely away from sweetness into a bright everyday fragrance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rasasi Hawas the best summer fragrance for men?
Rasasi Hawas is a legendary "beast mode" aquatic fragrance that has become a global cult favourite. It is widely considered one of the best summer scents ever created due to its unique blend of fresh watery notes, spicy cinnamon, and sweet plum, offering performance that far exceeds almost any Western designer aquatic on the market.
What is the reputation of Rasasi in the Middle Eastern perfume market?
Rasasi is one of the "Big Three" heritage houses in the UAE, with over 40 years of history. They are respected as a "prestige" brand that bridges the gap between traditional Arabic perfumery and modern international trends. Unlike many newer houses, Rasasi is known for its original, masterfully blended compositions that have become industry standards.
What is the difference between Rasasi La Yuqawam and Tom Ford Tuscan Leather?
Rasasi La Yuqawam is arguably the most famous and respected alternative to Tuscan Leather in existence. It is praised for its high-quality, realistic "raspberry and leather" DNA. Many collectors actually prefer the Rasasi version because it is smoother, lacks the "harshness" of some leather scents, and provides incredible 12+ hour longevity.
What is Rasasi Hawas Dulce a dupe of?
Rasasi Hawas Dulce is a dupe of Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande. It interprets the original scent profile using high quality alternative ingredients at a fraction of the price.
What does Rasasi Hawas Dulce smell like?
Rasasi Hawas Dulce opens with Passion Fruit, Hazelnut, Pink Pepper, moves into Coconut, Jasmine Sambac, Cacao, and settles on a base of Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Vetiver Oil, Caramel, Ambrettolide. It is built to capture the character of Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande.
Is Rasasi Hawas Dulce long lasting?
Rasasi Hawas Dulce is Extrait, formulated for strong performance as a budget friendly alternative to the original.
Why it stands out
Hawas Dulce takes the Hawas name into full gourmand territory, combining passion fruit, hazelnut, coconut, cacao, caramel and tonka into a creamy dessert-like composition. It is one of the most dramatic departures from the traditional fresh Hawas DNA.
Who should buy it
Buy this if you love sweet gourmand fragrances and want something creamy, comforting and addictive for evenings, dates and colder weather. At £35, Dulce gives you a highly indulgent Escapade Gourmande-inspired profile with solid 7+ hour performance.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you dislike sweet or dessert-like fragrances. The coconut, cacao, caramel and tonka combination makes Dulce deliberately rich and creamy, so anyone looking for freshness, dryness or an understated everyday signature will probably find it excessive.
Compared with the original
Dulce follows the creamy gourmand direction of Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande, although its passion fruit, hazelnut, coconut and cacao combination gives the fragrance its own identity. The original is smoother and more focused on vanilla, while Dulce adds more texture and contrast.