Maison Alhambra Cassius 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 costs £19 and Rasasi Hawas Terra costs £35, so Maison Alhambra Cassius is £16 cheaper. They share 1 note out of 14 distinct notes listed across both (7%). Maison Alhambra Cassius 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

Cassius is an amber spicy woody fragrance from Maison Alhambra, blending sweet resins, warm spice, and smoky woods into a deep, opulent 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.

Maison Alhambra Cassius, dupe of Parfums de Marly CarlisleRasasi Hawas Terra, dupe of Parfums de Marly Carlisle

Comparison

Maison Alhambra CassiusRasasi Hawas Terra
Overall rating8.3/10 · 1 review8.4/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/108.5/10
Projection7.8/108.0/10
Scent accuracy8.2/108.2/10
Value for money8.8/109.0/10
Price£19£35
ConcentrationEDPExtrait
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byParfums de Marly CarlisleParfums de Marly Carlisle

Notes Comparison

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

Maison Alhambra Cassius

Top Notes

  • Clary Sage
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Praline
  • Saffron

Base Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Patchouli

Rasasi Hawas Terra

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Jasmine
  • Cardamom

Heart Notes

  • Iris
  • Cedarwood
  • Driftwood

Base Notes

  • Cypriol
  • Oakmoss
  • Orcanox

Shared Notes

  • Saffron

1 shared note.

How the notes differ

Maison Alhambra Cassius lists Clary Sage, Bergamot, Praline, Agarwood (Oud) and Patchouli that Rasasi Hawas Terra does not.

Rasasi Hawas Terra lists Jasmine, Cardamom, Iris, Cedarwood, Driftwood, Cypriol, Oakmoss and Orcanox that Maison Alhambra Cassius does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Maison Alhambra Cassius

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Oud
  • Smoky
  • Patchouli
  • Resinous
  • Spicy

Rasasi Hawas Terra

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Smoky
  • Earthy
  • Aquatic
  • Mossy
  • Aromatic
  • Iris
  • Oakmoss
  • Spicy

Both share Sweet, Woody, Amber, Smoky and Spicy. Maison Alhambra Cassius also lists Oud, Patchouli and Resinous. Rasasi Hawas Terra also lists Floral, Earthy, Aquatic, Mossy, Aromatic, Iris and Oakmoss.

Vibes

Maison Alhambra Cassius

  • Sweet
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Intense

Rasasi Hawas Terra

  • Sweet
  • Dark
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Aquatic

Both share Sweet and Warm. Maison Alhambra Cassius also lists Bold and Intense. Rasasi Hawas Terra also lists Dark, Sophisticated, Modern and Aquatic.

Occasions

Maison Alhambra Cassius

  • Social
  • Winter
  • Cooler weather

Rasasi Hawas Terra

  • Evening
  • Social
  • Casual
  • Autumn
  • Formal
  • Winter
  • Outdoor

Both share Social and Winter. Maison Alhambra Cassius also lists Cooler weather. Rasasi Hawas Terra also lists Evening, Casual, Autumn, Formal and Outdoor.

Performance

Maison Alhambra Cassius

  • Subtle

Rasasi Hawas Terra

  • Strong projection
  • Excellent longevity
  • Strong performance

Maison Alhambra Cassius lists Subtle. Rasasi Hawas Terra lists Strong projection, Excellent longevity and Strong performance.

Style lane

Maison Alhambra Cassius

  • Spicy woody

Rasasi Hawas Terra

  • Woody amber

Maison Alhambra Cassius lists Spicy woody. Rasasi Hawas Terra lists Woody amber.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Rasasi Hawas Terra (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Tie (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Rasasi Hawas Terra (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Cassius (£19)

Maison Alhambra Cassius leads on lower price, while Rasasi Hawas Terra leads on projection and value for money. They are level on longevity and scent accuracy.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Maison Alhambra Cassius has 1 community review and Rasasi Hawas Terra has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Maison Alhambra Cassius or Rasasi Hawas Terra?

Maison Alhambra Cassius costs £19 and Rasasi Hawas Terra costs £35, so Maison Alhambra Cassius is £16 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Maison Alhambra Cassius or Rasasi Hawas Terra?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Cassius 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 or Rasasi Hawas Terra?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Cassius 7.8 out of 10 for projection and Rasasi Hawas Terra 8.0 out of 10, so Rasasi Hawas Terra rates higher.

Which is closer to Parfums de Marly Carlisle, Maison Alhambra Cassius or Rasasi Hawas Terra?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Cassius 8.2 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rasasi Hawas Terra 8.2 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is better value, Maison Alhambra Cassius or Rasasi Hawas Terra?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Cassius 8.8 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 and Rasasi Hawas Terra share?

They share 1 note: Saffron.

Which occasions suit Maison Alhambra Cassius and Rasasi Hawas Terra?

Maison Alhambra Cassius 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
  • Parfums de Marly Carlisle vs Rasasi Hawas Terra

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