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Samba Amber by Perfumer's Workshop

Perfumer's Workshop· 2016

Samba Amber

8.0few votesTypically ~$20

A synthetic scent built around bergamot over amber. Best in fall, made for dates.

SyntheticGourmandSweetSpicyOriental

Perfumer: Ilias Ermenidis

Scent profile

Top notes

Bergamot Cinnamon Mandarin orange

Heart notes

Fir balsam Juniper Nutmeg

Base notes

Amber Tonka bean

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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A fall and winter fragrance that works day and night — at its best for date nights and everyday wear.

FallNightDate nights

When

Winter

97%

Spring

64%

Summer

50%

Fall

100%

Day

84%

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100%

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Sport

45%