Best Mamluk Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to Mamluk by Xerjoff. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to Mamluk by Xerjoff are: 1. Back to Black by By Kilian (62% match), 2. L'Instant de Guerlain by Guerlain (52% match), 3. Les Exclusifs de Chanel Coromandel by Chanel (49% match), 4. La Petite Robe Noire Honey Rose by Guerlain (46% match), 5. Cinéma by Yves Saint Laurent (45% match).
Accord Profile
Honey
100%
Sweet
79%
Amber
66%
Floral
62%
Caramel
53%
Oud
51%
Vanilla
39%
White Floral
37%
Affordable Alternatives
#162% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
HoneySweetAmberVanilla
Shared Notes (5)
honey, benzoin, amber, vanilla, bergamot
#252% matchPremium
Shared Accords
HoneySweetAmberFloralVanilla
Shared Notes (7)
honey, jasmine, benzoin, amber, musk +2
#349% matchPremiumIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
SweetAmberVanilla
Shared Notes (4)
jasmine, benzoin, musk, vanilla
#446% matchPremium
Shared Accords
HoneySweetAmberFloralVanilla
Shared Notes (3)
honey, vanilla, bergamot
#545% matchPremium
Shared Accords
SweetAmberFloralVanillaWhite Floral
Shared Notes (5)
jasmine, benzoin, amber, musk, vanilla
#645% matchPremium
Shared Accords
HoneySweetAmberFloralWhite Floral
Shared Notes (4)
honey, jasmine, amber, bergamot
#744% matchPremium
Shared Accords
HoneySweetFloralOudVanilla
Shared Notes (3)
honey, agarwood oud , vanilla
#843% matchPremium
Shared Accords
HoneySweetAmberCaramelVanilla
Shared Notes (5)
honey, caramel, benzoin, musk, vanilla
#943% matchPremium
Shared Accords
HoneySweetAmberFloralVanilla
Shared Notes (4)
honey, amber, vanilla, bergamot
#1043% matchPremium
Shared Accords
HoneySweetFloralWhite Floral
Shared Notes (2)
honey, jasmine
Community Sentiment Pulse — Mamluk
Mixed65 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Mamluk receives minimal but positive mention in the r/fragrance community, praised primarily as an atypical Xerjoff release that avoids the brand's signature sweetness. Community members appreciate its tobacco-citrus profile as a refreshing alternative to the Casamorati line's gourmand tendencies, though limited discussion suggests it remains relatively under-the-radar compared to other fragrances in the brand.
Positive
- Rich, decadent tobacco and citrus blend that works well together
- Distinctly different from other Casamorati fragrances in the line
- Not overly sweet despite brand's reputation for sweetness
Negative
- Limited discussion and sample availability in community
- Overshadowed by other Xerjoff releases in conversations
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for Mamluk?+
The top dupes for Mamluk by Xerjoff ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Back to Black by By Kilian (62% match); L'Instant de Guerlain by Guerlain (52% match); Les Exclusifs de Chanel Coromandel by Chanel (49% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from Mamluk's pyramid.
Are dupes of Mamluk worth buying?+
Dupes target the same accord/note profile at a lower price. The trade-offs are usually shorter longevity, weaker projection, and simpler note development. The original Mamluk scores 6.5/10 with 65 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to Mamluk?+
Similarity is scored as: accord cosine (40 points), shared notes (30), curated similar-perfumes list (20), and rating proximity (10). A score of 70+ means a strong match; 50–70 is noticeable similarity with its own character; below 50 is a distant cousin.
What accords should I look for in a Mamluk dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Honey (100%), Sweet (79%), Amber (66%), Floral (62%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.