Dossier Ambery Oakwood vs Rayhaan Valhalla

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Kilian Angels' Share.

At a glance

Dossier Ambery Oakwood costs £39 and Rayhaan Valhalla costs £27, so Rayhaan Valhalla is £12 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 16 distinct notes listed across both (19%). Dossier Ambery Oakwood is EDP and listed as unisex, while Rayhaan Valhalla is EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Kilian Angels' Share.

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

Ambery Oakwood is Dossier's boozy gourmand interpretation of Kilian Angels' Share, built around cognac, cinnamon and candied fruit before moving through oakwood, coffee and myrrh into a tonka, vanilla and praline drydown.

Rayhaan Valhalla

Rayhaan Valhalla is a sweet raspberry and cognac gourmand with Bulgarian rose, tonka and oak over a creamy praline and sandalwood base, most often compared to Kilian Angels' Share.

Dossier Ambery Oakwood, dupe of Kilian Angels' ShareRayhaan Valhalla, dupe of Kilian Angels' Share

Comparison

Dossier Ambery OakwoodRayhaan Valhalla
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review7.8/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/107.5/10
Projection7.0/107.0/10
Scent accuracy8.0/108.0/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£39£27
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexMasculine
Inspired byKilian Angels' ShareKilian Angels' Share

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

Top Notes

  • Cognac
  • Cinnamon
  • Candied Fruits

Heart Notes

  • Oakwood
  • Coffee
  • Myrrh

Base Notes

  • Tonka Bean
  • Vanilla
  • Cistus
  • Praline

Rayhaan Valhalla

Top Notes

  • Raspberry
  • Cognac
  • Liquor

Heart Notes

  • Bulgarian Rose
  • Tonka Bean
  • Oakmoss

Base Notes

  • Sandalwood
  • Oak
  • Praline

Shared Notes

  • Cognac
  • Tonka Bean
  • Praline

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Dossier Ambery Oakwood lists Cinnamon, Candied Fruits, Oakwood, Coffee, Myrrh, Vanilla and Cistus that Rayhaan Valhalla does not.

Rayhaan Valhalla lists Raspberry, Liquor, Bulgarian Rose, Oakmoss, Sandalwood and Oak that Dossier Ambery Oakwood does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

  • Boozy
  • Warm spicy
  • Woody
  • Sweet
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Amber

Rayhaan Valhalla

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Leather
  • Rose
  • Cinnamon

Both share Woody, Sweet, Vanilla, Gourmand and Amber. Dossier Ambery Oakwood also lists Boozy and Warm spicy. Rayhaan Valhalla also lists Floral, Fruity, Leather, Rose and Cinnamon.

Vibes

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

  • Boozy
  • Cozy
  • Rich
  • Sweet
  • Luxurious

Rayhaan Valhalla

  • Sweet
  • Seductive
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Classic
  • Masculine
  • Gourmand
  • Luxurious

Both share Sweet and Luxurious. Dossier Ambery Oakwood also lists Boozy, Cozy and Rich. Rayhaan Valhalla also lists Seductive, Warm, Modern, Classic, Masculine and Gourmand.

Occasions

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

  • Evening
  • Date Night
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Special Occasion

Rayhaan Valhalla

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Colder weather

Both share Evening, Autumn and Winter. Dossier Ambery Oakwood also lists Date Night and Special Occasion. Rayhaan Valhalla also lists Signature and Colder weather.

Performance

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

  • Significant Projection
  • Long Wearing
  • Warm Trail

Rayhaan Valhalla

  • Strong projection
  • Excellent longevity

Dossier Ambery Oakwood lists Significant Projection, Long Wearing and Warm Trail. Rayhaan Valhalla lists Strong projection and Excellent longevity.

Style lane

Dossier Ambery Oakwood

  • Boozy gourmand amber

Rayhaan Valhalla

  • Gourmand amber

Dossier Ambery Oakwood lists Boozy gourmand amber. Rayhaan Valhalla lists Gourmand amber.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Tie (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Tie (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Rayhaan Valhalla (£27)

Rayhaan Valhalla leads on lower price. They are level on longevity, projection, scent accuracy and value for money.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Dossier Ambery Oakwood has 1 community review and Rayhaan Valhalla has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Dossier Ambery Oakwood or Rayhaan Valhalla?

Dossier Ambery Oakwood costs £39 and Rayhaan Valhalla costs £27, so Rayhaan Valhalla is £12 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Dossier Ambery Oakwood or Rayhaan Valhalla?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Ambery Oakwood 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Rayhaan Valhalla 7.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which projects more, Dossier Ambery Oakwood or Rayhaan Valhalla?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Ambery Oakwood 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Rayhaan Valhalla 7.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is closer to Kilian Angels' Share, Dossier Ambery Oakwood or Rayhaan Valhalla?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Ambery Oakwood 8.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rayhaan Valhalla 8.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is better value, Dossier Ambery Oakwood or Rayhaan Valhalla?

Atlas ratings give Dossier Ambery Oakwood 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Rayhaan Valhalla 8.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

What notes do Dossier Ambery Oakwood and Rayhaan Valhalla share?

They share 3 notes: Cognac, Tonka Bean and Praline.

Which occasions suit Dossier Ambery Oakwood and Rayhaan Valhalla?

Dossier Ambery Oakwood is tagged for Evening, Date Night, Autumn, Winter and Special Occasion. Rayhaan Valhalla is tagged for Signature, Evening, Autumn, Winter and Colder weather.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Kilian Angels' Share vs Dossier Ambery Oakwood
  • Kilian Angels' Share vs Rayhaan Valhalla

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