Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense vs Rasasi Hawas Terra
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Parfums de Marly Carlisle.
At a glance
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense costs £20 and Rasasi Hawas Terra costs £35, so Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense is £15 cheaper. No identical notes are listed for both. Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense is EDP and listed as masculine, while Rasasi Hawas Terra is Extrait and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Parfums de Marly Carlisle.
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense
Cassius Intense is an amber spicy woody fragrance from Maison Alhambra, blending dark sweetness, warm resins, and smoky woods into a dense, high impact signature.
Rasasi Hawas Terra
Hawas Terra is a dark earthy amber aromatic built around the sophisticated woody and smoky DNA of Parfums de Marly Carlisle.
Comparison
| Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense | Rasasi Hawas Terra | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 8.2/10 · 1 review | 8.4/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Projection | 8.0/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 7.8/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Value for money | 8.7/10 | 9.0/10 |
| Price | £20 | £35 |
| Concentration | EDP | Extrait |
| Gender | Masculine | Unisex |
| Inspired by | Parfums de Marly Carlisle | Parfums de Marly Carlisle |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense
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Rasasi Hawas Terra
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Shared Notes
No identical notes are recorded in both note pyramids.
How the notes differ
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense lists Nutmeg, Pink Pepper, Bergamot, Guaiac Wood, Cedar, Sandalwood, Gurjun Balsam, Amber, Musk and Vanilla that Rasasi Hawas Terra does not.
Rasasi Hawas Terra lists Saffron, Jasmine, Cardamom, Iris, Cedarwood, Driftwood, Cypriol, Oakmoss and Orcanox that Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense
Rasasi Hawas Terra
Both share Sweet, Woody, Amber, Smoky and Spicy. Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense also lists Vanilla and Resinous. Rasasi Hawas Terra also lists Floral, Earthy, Aquatic, Mossy, Aromatic, Iris and Oakmoss.
Vibes
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense
Rasasi Hawas Terra
Both share Sweet, Dark and Warm. Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense also lists Bold and Intense. Rasasi Hawas Terra also lists Sophisticated, Modern and Aquatic.
Occasions
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense
Rasasi Hawas Terra
Both share Social and Winter. Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense also lists Cooler weather. Rasasi Hawas Terra also lists Evening, Casual, Autumn, Formal and Outdoor.
Performance
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense
Rasasi Hawas Terra
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense lists Long lasting. Rasasi Hawas Terra lists Strong projection, Excellent longevity and Strong performance.
Style lane
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense
Rasasi Hawas Terra
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense lists Spicy woody. Rasasi Hawas Terra lists Woody amber.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Tie (8.5/10)
- Projection: Tie (8.0/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Rasasi Hawas Terra (8.2/10)
- Value for money: Wins Rasasi Hawas Terra (9.0/10)
- Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense (£20)
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense leads on lower price, while Rasasi Hawas Terra leads on scent accuracy and value for money. They are level on longevity and projection.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense has 1 community review and Rasasi Hawas Terra has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense or Rasasi Hawas Terra?
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense costs £20 and Rasasi Hawas Terra costs £35, so Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense is £15 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense or Rasasi Hawas Terra?
Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense 8.5 out of 10 for longevity and Rasasi Hawas Terra 8.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.
Which projects more, Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense or Rasasi Hawas Terra?
Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense 8.0 out of 10 for projection and Rasasi Hawas Terra 8.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.
Which is closer to Parfums de Marly Carlisle, Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense or Rasasi Hawas Terra?
Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense 7.8 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rasasi Hawas Terra 8.2 out of 10, so Rasasi Hawas Terra rates higher.
Which is better value, Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense or Rasasi Hawas Terra?
Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense 8.7 out of 10 for value for money and Rasasi Hawas Terra 9.0 out of 10, so Rasasi Hawas Terra rates higher.
What notes do Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense and Rasasi Hawas Terra share?
No identical notes are listed for both.
Which occasions suit Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense and Rasasi Hawas Terra?
Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense is tagged for Social, Winter and Cooler weather. Rasasi Hawas Terra is tagged for Evening, Social, Casual, Autumn, Formal, Winter and Outdoor.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.
Compare with the original
- Parfums de Marly Carlisle vs Maison Alhambra Cassius Intense
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