Your Flat White Has Competition
Ireland runs on coffee. We queue for it, we argue about it, and we judge new cafés by it. So it makes perfect sense that the hottest fragrance trend of the season smells like your favourite order.
Welcome to the age of the gourmand — perfumes built around edible notes like coffee, vanilla, caramel, cacao and fresh-baked pastry. And they've grown up: this year's vanillas are moving beyond sugary-sweet into woody, spiced and coffee-tinged territory. Less sweet shop, more candlelit café.
We've sorted our favourites by mood, so you can find your order.
The Coffee House
Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa
Inspired by qahwa, the spiced Arabic coffee shared with guests across the Middle East. Khamrah Qahwa opens with ginger, cinnamon and cardamom, softens into praline and candied fruits, and settles on Arabica coffee, tonka, benzoin and vanilla. It's a warm hug in a bottle — and an easy first gourmand for coffee lovers.
Order this if you love: a spiced chai latte or a cardamom bun.
Lattafa Pride Artisan Ethnique
Artisan Ethnique is the dessert menu: rum, cinnamon and sugar up top, then caramel, cacao and coffee, finishing on vanilla, tonka and cashmere wood. Rich, playful and seriously moreish.
Order this if you love: a mocha with an extra shot.
The Bakery
Lattafa Pride Brioche Vanille
Freshly baked brioche, bright bergamot and airy freesia, warmed by heliotrope and fir balsam, then wrapped in vanilla, praline and benzoin. Brioche Vanille is cosy and refined at the same time — the scent of a bakery at 8am on a Saturday.
Order this if you love: warm pastries and soft, comforting scents.
The Whiskey Bar
Lattafa Bourbon
Vanilla, cinnamon and spiced rum meet caramel, tonka and amber, over a base of oud, sandalwood and smoked woods. Bourbon is a gourmand with a leather-armchair swagger — sweet, but with real backbone.
Order this if you love: a hot whiskey by an open fire.
Barakkat Brandy Extrait de Parfum
Lavender, mirabelle plum and pink pepper lead into cacao, nutmeg and davana, resting on bourbon vanilla, amber and vetiver. As an extrait, Barakkat Brandy is a rich, concentrated gourmand-oriental — a nightcap you can wear.
Order this if you love: a dark chocolate with a splash of brandy.
The Sweet Shop
Lattafa Yara Candy
Cotton candy, citrus and juicy pear, a heart of rose, violet and creamy almond, then soft vanilla and amber. Yara Candy is fun, youthful and unapologetically sweet.
Order this if you love: pick 'n' mix and pink everything.
Lattafa Mayar Cherry Intense
Juicy cherry, red berries and mandarin, a heart of jasmine, creamy almond and rose, finishing on smoky vanilla and warm amber. Mayar Cherry Intense is the cherry-bakewell of perfume — made for evenings out.
Order this if you love: cherry desserts and a little drama.
The Date Night
Lattafa Her Confession
For gourmand-curious floral lovers: citrus, red berries and pear, a heart of rose, jasmine and white florals, then vanilla, musk, amber and sandalwood. Her Confession is sweet but grown-up — a perfect first gourmand.
Order this if you love: strawberries and cream with a rose petal on top.
How to Wear Gourmands in Irish Weather
- Let the cold work for you. Rich, sweet notes come into their own on chilly days, when lighter scents can feel thin.
- Spray your scarf. Wool and knitwear hold fragrance for ages — one spritz on your scarf and you'll catch it all day.
- Go easy in small spaces. Gourmands can be generous. Two or three sprays is plenty for the office or a packed bus.
- Try a "vanilla latte" layer. One spray of Khamrah Qahwa plus one of Brioche Vanille = your new signature order. New to layering? Read our Perfume Layering 101 guide.
Want your gourmand to last even longer? Our guide to making perfume last in Ireland's climate has you covered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a gourmand perfume?
A gourmand perfume is built around edible-smelling notes such as vanilla, coffee, caramel, chocolate, praline or pastry, usually balanced with woods, amber or florals.
Are gourmand perfumes only for winter?
They shine in cooler months, but lighter gourmands like Her Confession or Brioche Vanille work year-round with a lighter hand.
Which gourmand perfume is best for men?
Bourbon and Khamrah Qahwa are popular picks, thanks to their spice, woods and smoky depth. Fragrance has no gender, though — wear what you love.
What's the best coffee perfume?
Khamrah Qahwa is our go-to coffee scent, with Arabica coffee, cardamom and vanilla. For a sweeter mocha feel, try Artisan Ethnique.
Where can I buy gourmand perfumes in Ireland?
Online at dubaioud.ie, or try them on your skin at Dubai Oud in Limerick and Cork.
Come and Taste-Test (With Your Nose)
Gourmands smell different on everyone, so the best way to find yours is to try them. Drop into Dubai Oud Limerick or Cork for a sniff-and-sample session — or browse our gourmand perfumes online and find your new signature order.
