Blue Roast

Maher Elkhaldi

Many of my blends come to life through the slow, intentional mingling of oils, while others emerge fully formed from ideas I carry in my mind. This collection is one such concept—an exploration of Blue Lotus, Coffee, and Black Ambergris.

Sourced from Sri Lanka, Hawaii, Thailand, and India, Blue Lotus introduces an airy and aquatic profile, true to the nature of water lilies. This contrasts beautifully with the deep, roasted richness of Coffee and the oceanic, mineral nuances of Black Ambergris. 

This base is anchored with a trio of ouds—Manipuri, Kalakassi, and 20-year-aged Cambodian oud—added in subtle amounts to depth and longevity without assertion.

You might ask, is the blue lotus noticeable? Is it not exorbitantly expensive?

I would argue that it is indeed noticeable, and yes, it is expensive. But in perfumery, there are many techniques a perfumer can use to amplify certain facets of a note while incorporating supporting elements to build a complete composition. The notes I found that blend beautifully to achieve this effect are Black Ambergris, Fir Balsam, and Coffee. It is an entourage of notes, not just one. But Blue Lotus is certainly given special treatment, and I hope you will find that it stands at the center of the composition.

In this set you will find both perfume-sprays and attar--each taking you on a different path.

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