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Swiss Arabian Cardamom and Apple for men
Swiss Arabian

Cardamom and Apple for men

Citrus
Fresh
Floral
White Floral
Fruity
Aromatic
Powdery
EDP · 2024 · mens

Swiss Arabian is a niche house known for crafting fragrances that balance traditional Arabian oud sensibilities with modern composition, often emphasizing spice-forward profiles and rich amber bases. Cardamom and Apple for Men is their 2024 entry that leans into this signature style while adding a crisp fruit element to the equation.

The fragrance opens with bright cardamom and green apple, immediately establishing a warm spiced-fruity character that's lifted by green mandarin. The heart brings lavender and nutmeg into play, adding aromatic complexity and subtle herbal coolness to temper the spice. It settles into a sweet amber base warmed by leather and tonka bean, creating a fragrance that's simultaneously fresh at the top and comforting at the base, with the amber and spice accords tying everything together.

This works well for someone who appreciates gourmand warmth but wants it tempered with fruit and herbal notes rather than dessert heaviness. The cardamom-apple opening keeps it fresh enough for cooler months and evening wear, while the amber-leather base gives it enough substance for versatility. If you gravitate toward The Hedonist, The Seducer, and The Raconteur, this sits comfortably in that wheelhouse.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
67%
Fresh
67%
Floral
42%
White Floral
42%
Fruity
90%
Aromatic
80%
Powdery
42%
Amber
70%
Warm Spicy
100%
Spicy
67%
Vanilla
58%
Sweet
83%
Gourmand
58%
Leather
60%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Cardamom
Cardamom
Aromatic, warm, and slightly eucalyptus-like with a spiced green freshness that is entirely its own. Cardamom is one of the most elegant spice notes in perfumery, exotic without being heavy, warm without being sweet. It appears frequently in Middle Eastern-inspired fragrances and modern masculine compositions.
Green Apple
Green Apple
Green Mandarin
Green Mandarin
Unripe mandarin has a sharper, greener, more tart quality than its ripe counterpart. Green mandarin is more angular and bitter than sweet mandarin, with a clean, slightly medicinal citrus sharpness. Used when a fresher, more austere citrus note is needed rather than the warm sweetness of fully ripe fruit.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Lavender
Lavender
One of perfumery's most essential and beloved notes, clean, herbal, and slightly sweet with a calming, familiar quality that works in almost any context. Lavender is simultaneously the most versatile and the most human of ingredients: it appears in barbershop colognes, romantic florals, and sophisticated orientals alike. A note that simply works.
Nutmeg
Nutmeg
Warm, woody, and softly spiced with a slight sweetness that makes it gentler than clove or pepper. Nutmeg adds a quiet, autumnal warmth to fragrances without sharpness. It blends seamlessly into woody and oriental bases, acting more as a supporting character than a lead note.
Orange Blossom
Orange Blossom
Sweeter and more honeyed than neroli (both come from the same tree), orange blossom is a floral note with a warm, almost edible quality. It floats between citrus and floral families, adding richness without weight. A signature note of classic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern perfumery.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Amber
Amber
A warm, resinous accord rather than a single ingredient, amber is typically built from labdanum, benzoin, and vanilla to create a rich, honeyed, almost solar warmth. It's the quintessential base-note family, adding a comforting richness that makes fragrances feel complete. The difference between a fragrance feeling cold and feeling alive.
Leather
Leather
One of perfumery's most complex accords, smoky, animalic, and slightly woody, evoking tanned hide, polished saddles, or fine gloves depending on the recipe. Leather adds sophistication and edge simultaneously, and is deeply associated with masculinity in Western perfumery (though the best leather fragrances transcend gender entirely).
Tonka Bean
Tonka Bean
Sweet, powdery, and almond-like with hay-like, slightly tobacco undertones, tonka bean is one of perfumery's most useful base notes. It shares coumarin with fresh hay and freshly cut grass, adding a warmth that feels nostalgic and comforting. Essential in gourmand and soft oriental fragrances.
Who Wears ThisScent DNA matches
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The HedonistBest match88% match
More is more. You've always known this.

Opulent, rich, long-lasting. Vanilla, amber, dense florals, gourmand warmth.

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The Seducer83% match
A warmth others feel before they understand it.

Rich, dark, sweet, and challenging. Opulent orientals, vanillic oud, seductive amber.

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The Raconteur83% match
You have depth, range, and a story for every bottle.

Cool, commanding, traditionally sweet. Refined iris, structured woods, elegant powdery authority.

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Scent Profile
Citrus67%Fresh67%Floral42%White Floral42%Fruity90%
Fragrance Family
Amber/Woody
EDP

Swiss Arabian Cardamom and Apple for men— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: Cardamom and Apple for men is $21.94. Without a coupon the lowest price is $21.94. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

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Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic Swiss Arabian fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

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Yes. The current best price is $21.94 and MSRP is $34.99. At $21.94 you save 37% vs retail.
What does Swiss Arabian Cardamom and Apple for men smell like? +
Swiss Arabian is a niche house known for crafting fragrances that balance traditional Arabian oud sensibilities with modern composition, often emphasizing spice-forward profiles and rich amber bases. Cardamom and Apple for Men is their 2024 entry that leans into this signature style while adding a crisp fruit element to the equation. The fragrance opens with bright cardamom and green apple, immediately establishing a warm spiced-fruity character that's lifted by green mandarin. The heart brings lavender and nutmeg into play, adding aromatic complexity and subtle herbal coolness to temper the spice. It settles into a sweet amber base warmed by leather and tonka bean, creating a fragrance that's simultaneously fresh at the top and comforting at the base, with the amber and spice accords tying everything together. This works well for someone who appreciates gourmand warmth but wants it tempered with fruit and herbal notes rather than dessert heaviness. The cardamom-apple opening keeps it fresh enough for cooler months and evening wear, while the amber-leather base gives it enough substance for versatility. If you gravitate toward The Hedonist, The Seducer, and The Raconteur, this sits comfortably in that wheelhouse.
What are the notes in Swiss Arabian Cardamom and Apple for men? +
Top: Cardamom, Green Apple, Green Mandarin. Heart: Lavender, Nutmeg, Orange Blossom. Base: Amber, Leather, Tonka Bean.
What fragrance family is Cardamom and Apple for men? +
Swiss Arabian Cardamom and Apple for men belongs to the Amber/Woody fragrance family. It is an EDP.
What is a grey market fragrance retailer? +
Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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