Rasasi Hawas Venom
Brand: Rasasi
Masculine · EDP · £38
Inspired by Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja.
Description
Hawas Venom is a dark smoky leather built around the intense and exotic DNA of Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja. Product Overview Hawas Venom is Rasasi’s masculine Eau de Parfum, created for wearers who want the darkest and most aggressive interpretation of the expanding Hawas name. Inspired by Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja, it combines incense and labdanum with a prominent leather heart before settling into incense, patchouli and vanilla. The result is a mysterious cold-weather fragrance built around darkness, smoke and strong masculine presence. Scent Profile The opening immediately establishes a smoky resinous character through incense and labdanum. Leather then becomes the central feature of the heart, creating a darker and more intense texture that gives Venom its aggressive personality. As the fragrance settles, incense and patchouli deepen the composition while vanilla introduces a controlled sweetness underneath the smoke. The overall effect is rich, dark, leathery and unapologetically masculine. Technical Structure and Development Hawas Venom follows a relatively direct progression from smoky resin into leather before settling into a darker patchouli and vanilla base. Incense and labdanum create the opening density, while leather provides the dominant heart. The repeated incense presence keeps the fragrance smoky through the drydown, with patchouli adding earthiness and vanilla preventing the base from becoming excessively dry. Performance Hawas Venom is built around heavy performance and should perform particularly strongly in cold conditions. Community discussion consistently points towards 8+ hours of longevity with a potent scent trail that cuts through colder air. The concentration of leather, incense, labdanum and patchouli gives Venom considerably more weight than the fresher members of the Hawas family. Wear Scenarios Hawas Venom is built for: * nighttime wear * autumn and winter * dark social settings * evening events * cold outdoor environments * statement fragrance occasions It works best when mystery, darkness and projection are more important than freshness or subtlety. Scent Family Positioning This sits firmly in the dark leather, smoky amber and woody oriental space, overlapping aggressive niche fragrances and modern oud-inspired compositions. Within the Hawas family, Venom occupies one of the darkest positions, designed specifically for wearers who want to move away from fresh and aquatic fragrances. Inspired By and Style Comparisons Hawas Venom is directly inspired by Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja, using incense, leather, patchouli and vanilla to create a similarly dark and exotic direction. Rather than following the conventional Hawas formula, Venom focuses almost entirely on intensity, smoke and leather-driven masculinity. Flankers and Variations Within the wider Hawas naming tree, Venom represents the darker nighttime side of the collection. It should appeal to wearers who enjoy leather, incense, patchouli and smoky fragrances, particularly those looking for something substantially heavier than traditional fresh Hawas releases. Market and Community Reception Hawas Venom has attracted attention as one of the most aggressive and edgy additions to the expanded Hawas line. Fragrance communities frequently position it as a pure nighttime and cold-weather scent, with particular praise for its rich leather and deep incense character. At £38, its strong performance and darker niche-inspired profile give it clear appeal to buyers looking beyond conventional fresh fragrances.
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Why it stands out
Hawas Venom is arguably the darkest direction the Hawas name has taken, replacing the family’s familiar freshness with incense, labdanum and prominent leather. Its 8+ hour performance and aggressive projection make it a deliberate statement fragrance for nighttime and cold weather.
Who should buy it
Buy this if you want a powerful masculine fragrance built around leather, smoke, incense and darkness. It is aimed at wearers who find conventional fresh Hawas releases too safe and want something mysterious, aggressive and capable of cutting through cold air.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you want versatility or an easy daytime fragrance. Venom is deliberately dark, heavy and potent, making it much better suited to nighttime, winter and statement occasions than offices, hot weather or situations where subtlety matters.
Compared with the original
Venom follows the dark exotic direction of Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja through its leather, incense, patchouli and rich base. The two share an intense niche-inspired character, although Venom places greater emphasis on smoky leather and masculine aggression rather than tropical fruit.
Best alternative if this isn't for you
Hawas Terra if you want darkness but prefer dry woods, iris and oakmoss over leather, or Hawas Boa if you want to retain some of the exotic character while moving into a brighter and more versatile tropical direction.
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 Venom a dupe of?
Rasasi Hawas Venom is a dupe of Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja. It interprets the original scent profile using high quality alternative ingredients at a fraction of the price.
What does Rasasi Hawas Venom smell like?
Rasasi Hawas Venom opens with Incense, Labdanum, moves into Leather, and settles on a base of Incense, Patchouli, Vanilla. It is built to capture the character of Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja.
Is Rasasi Hawas Venom long lasting?
Rasasi Hawas Venom is EDP, formulated for strong performance as a budget friendly alternative to the original.
Why it stands out
Hawas Venom is arguably the darkest direction the Hawas name has taken, replacing the family’s familiar freshness with incense, labdanum and prominent leather. Its 8+ hour performance and aggressive projection make it a deliberate statement fragrance for nighttime and cold weather.
Who should buy it
Buy this if you want a powerful masculine fragrance built around leather, smoke, incense and darkness. It is aimed at wearers who find conventional fresh Hawas releases too safe and want something mysterious, aggressive and capable of cutting through cold air.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you want versatility or an easy daytime fragrance. Venom is deliberately dark, heavy and potent, making it much better suited to nighttime, winter and statement occasions than offices, hot weather or situations where subtlety matters.
Compared with the original
Venom follows the dark exotic direction of Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja through its leather, incense, patchouli and rich base. The two share an intense niche-inspired character, although Venom places greater emphasis on smoky leather and masculine aggression rather than tropical fruit.