Amouage Opus XVI Timber EDP

Introduction

Opus XVI Timber is Amouage's homage to raw, resinous wood, part of the Library Collection. It celebrates the smoke and sap of cut timber, layering peppery spice over dry, aromatic woods. Rugged yet refined, it is a fragrance for those who love the natural intensity of the forest rendered in luxury form.

Fragrance Journey

Top Notes: Pink pepper, elemi and cypress. Heart Notes: Cedar, guaiac wood and cistus. Base Notes: Vetiver, patchouli and musk.

Timber opens sharp and aromatic, pink pepper and cypress cut with resinous elemi. The heart turns drier and smokier as cedar and guaiac take hold, warmed by labdanum-rich cistus. In the base, earthy vetiver and patchouli deepen the woods while a soft musk rounds the composition, leaving a dry, smoky trail with real staying power.

Performance

Longevity is very good, typically ten to twelve hours, with strong projection early that settles into a warm woody sillage. The dry, smoky profile suits cooler weather and evening wear, though it is versatile enough for air-conditioned daytime use. Its confident, woody character appeals to wearers from their late twenties upwards.

Best Occasions

Timber is well suited to evenings out, cool-season events, business dinners and occasions where a strong, natural woody signature is welcome. It also makes a distinctive cold-weather everyday scent for wood lovers.

Climate & Wear Advice

On hot afternoons, apply moderately; the dry woods carry well in humidity without turning cloying. Evenings and air-conditioned settings let the vetiver and guaiac breathe. dry-season flatters Timber, the arid air heightening its smoky dryness. During the rainy season, one or two sprays on clothing project the resinous woods cleanly against damp air.