Oud in Calvados vs Baraonda — Fragrance Comparison | Fraganty
Oud in Calvados vs Baraonda
Side-by-side comparison of Oud in Calvados by Scents of Wood and Baraonda by Nasomatto
Scents of Wood
2022feminine
4.04(83)
Accords
Nasomatto
2016feminine
4.42(5,684)
Accords
Comparison Summary
Shared Accords (2)
WoodyRose
Attribute
Oud in Calvados
Baraonda
Brand
Scents of Wood
Nasomatto
Year
2022
2016
Rating
4.04
4.42
Concentration
—
—
Gender
feminine
feminine
Total Notes
0
0
Community Sentiment Pulse — Baraonda
Positive
43 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
8.2
/10
Baraonda is highly regarded as a masterfully blended whiskey fragrance that garners exceptional compliments and appeals even to non-perfume enthusiasts. Most community members love its unique character and longevity, though a few find it overly syrupy or experience weak projection on their skin. It's considered a gem in the Nasomatto collection and a worthwhile investment for those seeking a sophisticated boozy scent.
Positive
Unique whiskey/boozy scent with excellent blending of whiskey, wood, and floral notes
Highly complimented fragrance with strong performance and longevity due to extrait concentration
Converts non-perfume wearers; appeals broadly with addictive, beautiful character
Well-crafted masterpiece from respected niche house
Negative
Can be too syrupy and rich for some tastes
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Oud in Calvados and Baraonda?+
Oud in Calvados is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Scents of Wood (2022) dominated by Woody accords. Baraonda is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nasomatto (2016) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Rose.
Woody
100%
Oud
47%
Soft Spicy
35%
Citrus
34%
Fresh Spicy
26%
Rose
25%
Best: Fall (100%)Night (82%)
Woody
100%
Whiskey
79%
Musky
66%
Rose
33%
Floral
31%
Amber
25%
Best: Fall (100%)Night (91%)
Which is better, Oud in Calvados or Baraonda?
+
By community rating, Oud in Calvados scores 4.04/5 vs Baraonda at 4.42/5. Baraonda's standout strength: Unique whiskey/boozy scent with excellent blending of whiskey, wood, and floral notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Oud in Calvados and Baraonda smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Baraonda: Baraonda is highly regarded as a masterfully blended whiskey fragrance that garners exceptional compliments and appeals even to non-perfume enthusiasts.
Which lasts longer, Oud in Calvados or Baraonda?+
Baraonda: Highly complimented fragrance with strong performance and longevity due to extrait concentration Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Oud in Calvados vs Baraonda?+
Oud in Calvados scores highest for fall wear; Baraonda scores highest for fall wear. Oud in Calvados leans evening, Baraonda leans evening.
Projection may be weak on certain skin types
Difficult to find testing opportunities and expensive samples
