Sharaf Blend

Admittedly, the only other "alcoholic" perfume I tried before Sharaf Blend was Teriaq Intense by Lattafa. I never sampled Angel's Share (did they ever, by the way, if one reads the Old Testament?) or any other. So I will speak from a "newbie" perspective. The opening is nothing short of brilliant - a sparkling saffron, without any bitterness of "scratchy" undertones. It is true to its very nature - golden-orange pestles in the sunlight. Close behind it are the smooth and powdery notes of nutmeg sugared by what I suppose are dates, but I am not experienced enough as to tell what type of sweetness it is. In any case, - the composition is lovely. This is the best saffron I've had so far in my life, and I have a few decades tucked under my belt. Then the scent morphs into the vanilla and praline, - sweet, enchanting and seductive. But, and it is a serious BUT, - then comes the tuberose, - tender, drunken and alluring. Never too strong or cloying or "shibaru-like", NO - it's unlike any expectation one could or would have of it. Imran Fazlani performed a near miracle with the Sharaf Blend, as he (indeed) blended all the notes seamlessly, in perfect harmony and logic (yes, logic - for the scents to me are as mathematical as music or colours). With the heart notes in bloom the perfume is sinking into my skin; it doesn't fight or contrast with itself, it melts in, as if it is an olfactory AI that had studied me in the matter of minutes and understood my personal code. So there it is, becoming part of me, - intimate, seductive and addictive. It is exactly want I would like it to be - special, without being obnoxious, memorable, without being disturbing, sensual without being slutty. As I am typing this review I can smell it from my wrists and imagine places and events I will go to when I am wearing it. I am in awe of the creator of the scent and the makers who show to the world that true masterpiece does not have to cost the world, but an inspiration, dedication and daring.

Review: Zimaya Sharaf Blend – The Gourmand King Without Weaknesses Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Sharaf Blend is a masterpiece that in 2025 absolutely dominates discussions about the best alternatives to the legendary Kilian Angels' Share. This fragrance is the definition of pure indulgence – it is rich, intoxicating, and incredibly addictive for both the wearer and those around them. The Scent and Character Immediately after the first spray, you are mesmerized by a deep note of fine cognac accompanied by cinnamon and dates. However, it is not just a "sweet syrup." Thanks to the oakwood, vanilla, and praline, the fragrance has an amazing structure that feels sophisticated and very expensive on the skin. It smells like a freshly baked apple pie with a touch of alcohol, served in a luxury bar. Performance and Versatility As an Extrait de Parfum, Sharaf Blend delivers brutal performance. It survives 12 hours on the skin, and you can still smell it on your clothes even after washing. A clear choice for the winter season and evening events. It is exactly the type of scent that creates a "bubble" of luxury around you that everyone wants to enter. The Only Flaw? Finding a fault in Sharaf Blend is like looking for a needle in a haystack. If I had to be truly strict, the only "weaknesses" are its own popularity and the impracticality of the bottle for transport. While the extremely massive glass and wide decanter shape are visually breathtaking, they take up too much space in a travel bag and significantly increase the weight of your luggage. Therefore, if you plan to take the scent with you on trips, a refillable travel atomizer is practically a necessity. Verdict Zimaya Sharaf Blend is a must-have for anyone looking for a charismatic, sweeter, and spicy fragrance with a dominant vanilla note. With an honest 100ml volume, breathtaking design, and performance that surpasses even expensive niche perfumes, it is one of the best investments in your personal presentation.

I've been curious about KAS for the longest time along with all the dupes made of it especially Lattafas khamrah. All the dupe variations and versions of KAS made it impossible for me to choose so I waited and waited. After reading alot of reviews and experiences I finally decided to blind buy this one and it did not disappoint at all. I found it at a low price and bought it. It is sweet , seductive and warm. Perhaps not the most masculine scent but I don't think that was the idea behind this gourmand scent. This one is certainly unisex and maybe even leaning more towards the feminine side. Nevertheless it's yummy. It's going a bit towards the liquid brun type of scent (or if its the other way around ) which is quite recognizable. As always in the perfume business, when something works and sells , many will follow. In conclusion: Upon spraying this it doesn't do it any justice but as soon as it has settled down the magic happens. Incredibly sensual seductive dessert yummy type of scent almost good enough to eat. Vanilla caramel heaven. Very well worth what I paid for it. It's so good that I don't even care how the other dupes or the OG smells for that matter. Another banger from zimaya in my humble opinion. The down side is it's strength. It's second to none. Its so weak it becomes a skin scent within an hour or so. That might be the reason for the low price tag.

Shagaf Blend strikes an impressive balance between masculine and feminine notes, making it a truly unisex jus. The opening is bold, with a spicy and warm richness that grabs attention right away, but it’s the drydown that really makes this fragrance shine. It takes a solid four hours to reveal its full character, and the wait is absolutely worth it. As the scent develops, it transforms into a smooth, powdery-spicy blend with just the right touch of sweetness. This soft, lingering drydown is both comforting and refined, enveloping you in a warm, inviting aura that feels close to the skin yet quietly captivating. There’s a cozy, almost creamy aspect that makes it feel luxurious without being overwhelming, perfect for cooler days or intimate settings. Longevity on skin is exceptional, holding up for 8 hours with ease. Even as it mellows into a skin scent, it retains that powdery spice with a hint of sweetness, keeping you intrigued with each whiff. This fragrance is a powerhouse of subtlety, proving that understated scents can be as memorable as bold ones. Sophisticated and versatile, it'll pull compliments in this fall and upcoming winter season. Office safe but you must be careful and absolutely avoid overspraying it.

Wearing Sharaf Blend yesterday and smelling it in the air on my girlfriend today im extremely impressed. I know people like to talk shit about “clones”, but this isn’t at all a clone. Is the bottle a complete rip off ? Yes, but other than that this really deserves its own flowers. Its so sweet and inviting it really reminds me of a pastry shop. I never understood when people made comparisons to pastries, when talking about fragrance. Lets take Angels Share as an example. It really doesn’t smell like any apple pie Ive had in my 22 years on this earth, but people consistently compere it to it. This on the other hand is so soft and buttery, almost like you’re smelling freshly baked croissants. Im extremely impressed. I dont understand the comparison to Angels share at all though. Thats coming from someone who owned it, but gave it away to my mom because of how boozy it went on my skin. Opening and mid was spectacular, but then it went really sour like I literally spilt cognac on myself. This really doesn’t have nearly or almost any of the booziness, nor the aggressive sweetness in the opening and mid. This is just buttery, mildly sweet and inviting. Doesn’t push out massively, but persist for a long time. And... 30€

Soooo delicious, but I actually didn’t love it when I first picked it up as I didn’t find it sweet enough, but after a few months, it’s smoothed out quite a lot. In terms of being an Angels’ Share dupe, I find it woodier, more powdery than boozy, and the apple is replaced by dates. It actually kind of smells like a combination of Paris Corner Emir Fire Your Desire and Lattafa Khamrah. It has beautiful projection and lasts all day. In terms of perfumes listed as similar— ✔️ Lattafa Khamrah: similar but much sweeter and more powdery ✔️ Paris Corner Emir Fire Your Desire: similar but woodier and less powdery ❌ ALT Fragrances Amber Angel: not as powdery, more of a honey and tobacco scent ❌ Fragrance World Cocktail Intense: boozy and not as powdery, very similar to Angels’ Share ❌ Maison Alhambra Kismet Angel/Magic: not as powdery or woody, closer to Angels’ Share ❌ Zara Pistachio Infusion: not spicy, more of a fresh apple scent

This perfume is incredible. I purchased a bottle of this lt year because I saw a video of someone opening the fancy box. Thank you, random internet person, for bringing this perfume into my life. The bottle is very heavy and looks like cut crystal, while the lid is thick plastic. I have had multiple people follow me through a store and ask what I am wearing. The longevity is incredible! I can spray this on a shirt or jacket and still smell it several days later. This stuff can even last through a cold water wash with Tide, if only faintly. On my skin this turns into an incredible fragrance that is warm, sweet, boozy, and very sensual at the same time. I wish I was more of a creative writer to explain this. If you are a fan of vanilla gourmands, you will love this!

This honestly smells amazing , sweet , delicious , warm and a little spicy. It smells unisex from upclose and if u smell it from the cap but in the air I think it leans a little masculine but that’s probably just me overanalyzing it. I wouldn’t recommend it in warm weather , cool weather only for this one. Performance is pretty damn good , strong projection for the first 2 hours maybe and lasts 8+ on skin. If you are looking for a sweet and cozy winter-fall fragrance this is definitely worth checking out. Also the presentation and bottle are top notch for the price , feels way more expensive than it is and it’s not bad quality at all but don’t play around with the cap too much or it will get loose.

I ordered this because I heard it was a lot like AS without as much apple, I love the apple in AS , but wanted an alternative choice. I cannot believe how incredibly good this is for the price. Insane. I love the idea of warm, sweet, fall/winter fragrances, but they so often let me down. There’s always something about them that seems either too sweet or too spicy. I have a few I enjoy (Goddess, Comm. Milk, gentle fluidity gold, pas de chat) but this one may be my new favorite. It’s warm and sweet like AS, but instead of the apple scent, I really get the date. And as it dries down it’s almost fruity on my wrist. Still warm, fall, brown sugar vibes, but slight fruitiness...like baked fruit. Amazing!

Again, This is NOT an Angel Share clone, Sharaf Blend is extremely similar to Khamrah (95%), i have both and i can assure you about that. However, this is slightly boozier than Khamrah and is BETTER in any aspect: Denser, louder, better polished, more balanced and most important of all, cheaper! I was able to get this for 13€ 4 months ago here in italy, amazing! Do yourself a favor and get this instead of Khamrah, you will not be disappointed. Also, you will get an higher quality bottle and a superior atomizer. If you are searching for a straight dupe of Angel Share, Sharaf Blend, like Khamrah, is not the right choice! Go for Kismet Angel in that case. 9/10

This is SOO DAAAMN GOOD, that i had to buy a second bottle of this after a year. This for its price is an absolute winter beastmode that smells like a spicy, sweet, juicy cinnamon with dates. Smells like the scent you can feel from your moms kitchen when she's making apple pie. I was rocking this one the whole winter, and enjoyed wearing it even more than my JPG Le Male Elixir. At first i was afraid the perfume could've changed a bit, but i just unboxed my second bottle and it might be even better. Glad i bought this masterpiece again and if you want a good Angels Share clone, choose this instead of Khamrah.. trust me on this one bro.

No, it is not Angels Share dupe. Does it smell good? Yes! Does it last? Yes. Would you say it smells cheap if you didn’t know the price? - I doubt it lol My local store sells it for $95, in case you wonder. I have Royal Blend Nero by Fragrance World and Zimaya is a less sweet version of it to my nose, minus some apples and plus some saffron & dates. I catch light smokiness for some reason. Delicious and well blended. Not overly sweet. Not very loud (unless you do 10 sprays😂). Would definitely purchase again. I probably prefer it over Royal Blend Nero. Not sure :) Also, look at the bottle! For $30 it’s a steal.

Just received mine after a blind buy. Hesitated to cancel the order, but gave it a chance... All I can say right now is WOW... I am not a huge sweet fragrance fan, prefer citrusy blue, fresh fragrances...BUT this one is something different. Really love it from the first second I sprayed into the air. Really really pleasant scent especially for the colder days... Awesome stuff, smells and feels like a really really expensive fragrance... And the drydown is even more better than the opening, fresh sweet apple pie with a hint of nutmeg. I am impressed... 9.5/10 - And it was like 20 bucks for the 100ML... Joke...

I hated angels share, I hated lattafa khamrah, and the khamrah qahwa. This is the only one I actually liked let alone tolerated. I don’t understand how people say this is supposedly a dupe of khamrah cause it really isn’t. Khamrah isn’t as sweet as this, neither is angel share. They’re both too spicy or cinnamon smelling. This actually smells like what I wanted khamrah to smell like. A sweet concoction of sweet goodness. 10/10 ignore all the negative comments. Whoever says a negative comment about a scent like this considers themselves a fragrance connoisseur. To your average Joe this is a banger.

In the same direction as Khamrah but not as sweet and definitely much closer to Angel's Share. It easily fills the room and the performance is great but Khamrah lasts longer. The packaging and bottle are just fantastic and look like a much more expensive perfume. I already bought a back up bottle as I found it at €22. Is blind buying worth it? Absolutely!!!! We are lucky that companies like Zimaya they enable us to wear such quality perfumes at such a low price. If I had to rate it I would give it a 9/10 regardless of the price but if I had to factor in the price I would give it an 11/10.

3/5 strong and long lasting, heavy on saffron, I did not try Khamrah yet, but I bet I'd enjoy it more since there is no saffron, not a huge fan of that note. Not very manly, more of a mature woman scent. The presentation is 10/10, looks very expensive. 5/5 now after a year and full bottle gone I have to say this is really good, the saffron mixed with the woods and stuff after couple of weeks and makes it just a wholesome scent. and leaves a pleasant head turning trail. it's also probably the heaviest bottle I have and the longetivity is also probably one of the longest lasting I have

I don’t normally review perfumes, but a couple of weeks back while out on a date, I was standing in line to give my order. A group of older men almost 6-8 feet away from me signaled for me to come closer, and when I did, said that I smelled fantastic, and wrote Sharaf’s name down in their notes infront of me. The performance on this is very good for its price, and the notes are also good. However, It is very similar to Khamrah, but a bit more mature and a bit sweeter, the boozier notes in this make it very pleasant compared to Khamrah which stings my nose a bit for the first hour.

This is beast mode, one of my longer lasting fragances, projects quite a lot also. It's on the same vibe as spicebomb extreme but it replaces the spiceness for booziness and added sweetness. This is delicious no doubt but overpowering, I used just 2 sprays and I felt it was too much, be aware of the potency. I think it's an incredible value overall, the bottle is amazing, I would reccomend sampling since to my nose it's the most unisex fragance I got, if you're looking for a more male leaning smell I'd reach out for Spicebomb Extreme, TF Noir Extreme or SWY Absolutly or Intensly.

I love this fragance.(fem 42yrs) 💖 It's a little less sweet, quite a lot less actually than Khamrah on my skin, imo leans a little more masculine, and earthy as well. I can't wear Khamrah a lot as the sweetness and the overly sugary apple pie mixed with booze thing in it, makes me very nauseous, but Sharaf Blend somehow is no problem! Partner prefers Sharaf on me as well, thinks it's more classy and mature than the Khamrah sweetness. But tbh I think that Khamrah as a fragance has a little more depth, Sharaf Blend is still gorgeous but more flat fragance journey wise on the skin.

I have been using this for over a year now, its my go-to date night scent and over all special event scent. It lasts literally all day and smells exactly like what you would smell when you walk into a luxurious coffee shop with cakes on the display at the counter. The opening is little bit too strong, gotta be carefull with the sprays altough the projection is kinda mid, its like a 0,5m projection but it lasts all day so it doesnt matter that much. It leans more masculine, but i can see a women wearing this. 9/10 would recommend

This is such an absolutely gorgeous fragrance I could literally bathe in it!! I love this so much more than the original Angel Share🥰 .Where Angel Share just really smells like a linear apple cider this is so uniquely done and well blended it's just smells like luxury. It is gorgeous😘😘 I also love that I get a ton of compliments no matter where I wear this people stop and ask what it is!!! I have also smelt about 10 different dupes and this far surpasses the rest 1,000 out of 10 would recommend🙌🏾 will always be in my collection

The storage box gives a luxurious effect, simply elegant, you don't have the heart to throw it away. And the look of the glass is impressive. I had the pleasure of trying this and the Lattafa Khamrah duo, a favourite of many nowadays, before buying. One is a honey brandy and the other is a cognac + brandy scent. Nowhere near Zimaya, no similarities at all. The longevity on myself isn't too impressive, but it leaves its mark on clothes the next day, so I use it often, but the price is ridiculously cheap, so I don't skimp.

I can understand why this is got higher rating, Basically this is Lattafa Khamrah with balanced sweetness makes it easier for people to enjoy. The only problem is, this is harder to get rather than Lattafa Khamrah. Salute to both of them. Already tried the angels share on duty free, they both are not same. Wearing Angel's share Fraghead: Wow your perfume is beautiful Ordinary people: Did you just came out from traditional medicine store? I'm choosing Sharaf Blend because it's for reality, that i live in ordinary society.

Nope. Just NO. The inclination is to rage on about the ridiculousness of vanilla, cinnamon, spices, 'apple pie' essence, ALL these Middle Eastern trends thrown into the market, but let's get real: There's a HUGE difference between 'fashion' and 'style'. One comes and goes, the other stays entrenched. Purposefully marketed with confusion and the misconception of eternal versus transitory becomes blurred. The scent world, like the world around it, is presently blurred. I'm out. Let this pass.

An amazing apple pie scent! It's sweet, but masculine enough to enjoy. Layering this isn't hard either. There are a lot of options, or roll with a body oil for a real boost. Either way, you will enjoy this scent. It's definitely a Fall/Winter scent, but it smells good all year. Warmer seasons will not express the scent's fullness as well as colder days/seasons. However, this is a heavy hitter! Please don't trust me, pick up a bottle and see for yourself!

The best scent in my collection. Not the most expensive, not the most pungent, not the most unique, not the most long lasting. Everything in this fragrance is created masterfully, everything is just at the right amount. Not too boozy, Sweet but not the over-the-top kind of sweet like Montale's Arabians Tonka have, the hint of cinnamon at the back is like a cherry on top. Last on me like 8-10 Hours without interference with environmental elements.

As far as cheaper Arabic fragrances go, this one is an absolute delight. The packaging and bottle alone is such a treat. To me it is the atmosphere of autumn, bottled. Apple pie washed down with a hot whiskey. It doesn't have that artificial undertone that some Zimaya scents can have (looking at you, Tiramisu Caramel). It was a happy blind buy for me and one that I keep coming back to. I think it would fare so well in a blind nose test!

For me it's very boozy and sweet. It smells more like pears instead of apples. Doesn't have that thick apple/honey smell in Angels share. Something perfect to wear if you are wearing a white outfit in winter. It doesn't smell like Angels Share but still worth buying, even if it doesn't smell like the original. A beautiful bottle and a very nice presentation with a perfume that lasts for 10 hours+ for just £30 is a steal.

One of the best fragrances I’ve ever bought. I bought this for about 50 CAD, and I honestly would’ve paid 200$ for this. When I first opened the bottle it smelt like an apple pie. After about a month it started to go away and it became less sweet. It definitely smells better after macerates. Now it’s like a much, much better version of Lattafa Khamra. Lasts for the whole day, projects like a beast. Overall 9.9/10

Sharaf Blend by Zimaya is an intriguing mix. Right from the start, it greets you with a warm, almost cozy vibe that’s intense but not overwhelming. But somehow, I get a subtle coconut vibe that’s nowhere in the official notes. It adds a creamy hint that’s unexpected yet addictive. The fragrance is rich and enveloping, perfect for cooler days or evenings when you want to make a statement without being too loud.

• Gourmand, a little Boozy, super sweet scent, perfection • Performance is about 15+ hours • Projection, sillage is strong, it literally can lasts 1 month on your shirt • 100 ml (21 bucks (insane price)) • Very very sweet scent (Royal Blend Nero like) but Instead of spicy, it's more sweet and creamy caramel • Presentation is so good, the box opener is insane and very revolutionary • 100% worth the hype

I can’t believe how good is this perfume. The notes may make you think that this is a sweet dense bomb, but on the contrary. It’s so well blended, smooth, sensual, deep and attractive. Boozy with a velvety note of dates and dried fruits, the tuberose is toned down but enhances the sweet ingredients. Fabulous. Zimaya deserves all my praise, the quality is above most other brands in the same price range.

From all of the "clones" i ever smell, this one is the most sweet. If you don't like sweet fragrance, i suggest you don't buy this. But if you love sweet, then it's the best choice you have on the market. It's a rip off man, like it last 12 hours++ on my body, and the projection too... it's a room filler fragrance i can say. Definitely 100/10 for me, better than khamrah and royal blend.

Ignore all the bad reviews for this if u like sweet fragrances, go for this one Sillage and longevity are crazy for this price,i can litearly compare the silage to JPG le male elixir (to the ones that know what type of silage it has) i have both of them and the performance is insanely close Bought it for 20$ and its worth every penny u cant go wrong with this

This is - for me- is the same as Khamra. I got a khamra so I sold my sharaf blend. Khamrah is more creamy and a bit fresh from the cardamon, but zimaya sharaf blend is full on dates, vanilla and toffee. It js a christmas-holiday season scent, I love it but if you own khamrah you dont need this also. For the price, the performance is great. Overall: 8/10

This fragrance is extremely sweet, maybe even too sweet for some people. I still love the Fragrance but I recommend to put it on 30mins before you leave the house, because right at the start it smells a bit like hand sanitizer. The dry down is beautiful Tho and Smells just like saffron, vanilla and dates. Maybe a little bit like toffee ice cream.

Very boozy sweet vanillary and slightly spicy. I think its 985% similar to angle share but its really nice. Lasts 11+ hours and has got me a bunch of compliments. But yesterday the reason I wanted to write this review, 11hrs into wearing this fragrance I got a compliment. Its cheap, good quality and lasts more than all day, well worth it for me.

I have both Sharaf Divine and Sharaf Blend, and they're both excellent. This one is the sweeter of the two, with prominent vanilla, dates, and praline. I don't really like the original Angel's Share because the cinnamon is too strong for my taste, and I actually prefer this one. The only downside is the bottle quality, which I'd rate around 6/10

Wow.. it smells exactly like warm cinnamon apples. It’s sweet but not childish, more grown up and sexy. Lasts forever on clothes. Slightly boozy but in a delicious apple pie kind of way. It’s a spicy perfume for people who don’t like spicy fragrances. So if you don’t like boozy or spicy fragrances you will still love this, it’s so delicious!

Absolutely stunning bottle and the juice is so lovely. Completely unisex. Warm and comforting, zero alcohol detected, creamy cinnamon deliciousness. I blind brought as I have Angel Share and wanted something similar that I could spray recklessly...not the same as Angel Share but definitely cousins. Lived up to my expectations.

First ME fragrance trying to find an angels share dupe, it aint a dupe of it not even close, its like taking 50% of booziness of angel share and dumping it all into sweetness, but honestly i still really liked it, projection is very strong and its very sweet, my most complimented perfume so far, but def very bad for high heat.

Hello! I have this. It accomplishes exactly what I wanted it to: to evoke similar feelings as Angels Share It is too sweet for me, and I can tell I won't choose to wear it out that often because of the sweetness. However it is cozy and yummy so I find myself wearing it at night as somethin to do before bed. Bye!

I have smelled Khamrah before but I have to say that this one is more masculine. Smells like sweet dates and a little synthethic leather smell (idk why), you can also smell booziness. Fills up the entire room and lasts for 7-10hrs. Overall, it’s amazing, but for me it’s going to be an occasional scent only

Wow, this perfume is amazing! The initial burst of dates and nutmeg is so unique and inviting. Then it dries down to the most delicious vanilla and praline scent - I get compliments all the time when I wear it. It's sweet but not overpowering, with a warm spicy edge that makes it perfect for any occasion.

Sweet and spicy goodness!! Don’t get a gourmand feel from it and Sharaf Blend takes a different turn then Angels Share for sure. I love it in its own right, very sweet and I highly recommend it for colder weather 🤞🏽 def blind buy worthy Stop by my TikTok for some fragrance content: nerolicannoli

This smells quite amazing but can quickly become overwhelming for me with too many sprays. It has really good longevity so a couple sprays goes a long ways. The dry down is my favorite part. Too gourmand to be a winter signature fragrance in my opinion but great for occasions/dates 7.8/10

Dont get me wrong this is a great fragrance but its not really a Angels share dupe i'd say, Angels share smells way more like a cinnamon apple pie while this smells more like sugary sweet, for me it leans more feminine but its a great fragrance nontheless, it was my go to this winter

Sexy very very sexy! Smells gourmandy and edible, SUPER DELICIOUS! Imagine apple pie mixed with pralines, middle eastern dates and burning vanilla 🤤 Scent: 10/10 Value: 10/10 Versatility: 8/10 (More versatile than people claim) Longevity: 10/10 Overall: 9.5/10, amazing fragrance.

this is genuinely a gorgeous long lasting fragrance, had my eye on this for a while and was skeptical about blind buying .. but definitely no regrets!! It smells really sweet, edible and rich. To me this is very vanilla forward and as a female i can smell this on both genders💖

Smells like dates and toffee, very unisex, i can see a sexy man wearing it and your avrage woman wearing it in the summer. Very very well blended and smooth. It lasts 6-9 hours with good prijection. Overall very safe blind buy and for me its better than lattafa khamrah.