A cultural ingredient meets a legacy perfumery; Henry Jacques presents Oudh Supreme. Part of the Les Classiques collection – the scents at the heart of the Maison – the fragrance is an embodiment of over fifty years of savoir-faire, bringing together rare materials and meticulous craftsmanship in an iconic creation that defines the very essence of haute perfumery.
Oud is more than just a highly sought after ingredient in the world of fragrances, it is the heart of the Middle East. It is a symbol of cultural identity; its presence has long defined the region’s rich fragrance heritage, adorning both men and women for thousands of years. With this, Oudh Supreme is an experience in a bottle, that reimagines the celebrated raw materials, while keeping the unmistakable signature of Henry Jacques.
For over half a century, Henry Jacques has sourced its oud directly from trusted producers in Laos, Cambodia and Thailand, selecting only the most resin-rich, oil-infused heartwood. Distilled slowly over a wood fire and aged in the laboratory according to a unique maceration process – 50% new harvest blended with 50% of the previous year’s – each edition of Henry Jacques’ Cuvée Dehen el Oudh is an experience crafted with precision and time, with notes of leather, a rounded, almost cacao-like warmth, and delicate hints of candied fruits.
Oudh Supreme, on the other hand, evokes a rare and intimate emotion: the nostalgia of a time never lived, yet somehow deeply remembered. It carries the warmth of distant rituals, the quiet strength of ancient woods and the comforting depth of something both powerful and eternal. It is not merely worn – it is experienced, slowly unfolding on the skin. Surprising at first, it reveals sophisticated and delicate facets. It is a connoisseur’s raw material, to be approached slowly, to be understood over time.
The fragrance opens with the luminous spice of saffron, softened by the powdery elegance of iris and the subtle freshness of geranium, creating a refined yet intriguing first impression. Then emerges the Cuvée Dehen el Oudh, enriched by balsam and mimosa. The composition becomes deeper and more textured; resinous, slightly leathery, warm and enveloping. Later, amber and vanilla bring a rounded sensuality, while cedarwood anchors the fragrance with structure and quiet strength, leaving a lasting, noble trail.
Oud is an ingredient with its own story, that have allowed many perfumeries to experiment and dissect its distinctly unique scent. Henry Jacques ups the ante with Oudh Supreme, a journey through time and an experience in a bottle.