Opus XVI Timber

Opus XVI Timber by Amouage is a monumental exploration of woods, created as an olfactory expression of enduring wisdom and timeless knowledge. Expansive and commanding yet inviting, the fragrance builds layers of aromatic freshness, resins and richly textured woods into a composition of striking depth.

The fragrance opens with cypress, bringing a vivid green and woody character alongside aromatic cardamom, juniper berry and pink pepper. Cocoa introduces an unexpected richness, creating contrast against the brighter opening notes.

At the heart, fir balsam enhances the fragrance’s forest-like character, joined by the resinous depth of frankincense and aromatic freshness of lavandin. The composition gradually moves into an imposing woody base, where cedarwood, sandalwood and Palo Santo meet earthy patchouli and Bourbon vanilla.

Structured, expansive and deeply woody, Opus XVI Timber celebrates the elemental character of wood while exploring the relationship between ancient knowledge and the wisdom still to come.

Why you’ll love it

A monumental woody fragrance from Amouage
Cypress creates a vivid green and woody opening
Cardamom brings aromatic warmth and spice
Juniper berry introduces a crisp freshness
Pink pepper adds brightness and subtle spice
Cocoa brings an unexpected richness to the opening
Fir balsam creates a deep forest-like character
Frankincense introduces distinctive resinous depth
Lavandin brings aromatic freshness to the heart
Sandalwood creates a smooth and substantial woody foundation
Cedarwood enhances the structured character of the composition
Palo Santo adds further depth and complexity to the woods
Patchouli brings an earthy quality to the base
Bourbon vanilla introduces subtle warmth and softness
An expansive composition inspired by enduring wisdom and timeless knowledge

Fragrance notes

Top Notes: Cardamom, Juniper Berry, Pink Pepper, Cocoa, Cypress

Heart Notes: Fir Balsam, Frankincense, Lavandin

Base Notes: Cedarwood, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Palo Santo, Bourbon Vanilla

Wear guidance

Opus XVI Timber is suited to those drawn to complex, wood-forward fragrances with aromatic and resinous facets. Cypress and juniper berry bring freshness to the opening before fir balsam and frankincense deepen the composition, eventually settling into sandalwood, cedarwood, Palo Santo and patchouli.

Apply to pulse points such as the wrists, neck and behind the ears, allowing its layered woody character to develop naturally on the skin.

FAQs

What does Amouage Opus XVI Timber smell like?
Opus XVI Timber is a deeply woody fragrance with fresh aromatic, resinous and subtly warm facets. Cypress, juniper berry and spices lead into fir balsam and frankincense before sandalwood, cedarwood, Palo Santo, patchouli and Bourbon vanilla form its rich foundation.

What are the key notes in Opus XVI Timber?
Cypress, fir balsam and sandalwood are prominent within the composition, accompanied by cardamom, juniper berry, frankincense, cedarwood, Palo Santo, patchouli and Bourbon vanilla.

Is Opus XVI Timber a woody fragrance?
Yes. Wood is central to Opus XVI Timber, with cypress, sandalwood, cedarwood and Palo Santo creating a layered woody profile.

Is Opus XVI Timber a smoky fragrance?
Frankincense and Palo Santo contribute resinous and subtly smoky nuances, balanced by fresh aromatic notes, fir balsam and smooth woods.

What makes Opus XVI Timber distinctive?
Opus XVI Timber layers several expressions of wood with aromatic spices, forest-like fir balsam, frankincense, cocoa and Bourbon vanilla, creating a composition built around depth and contrast.

What inspired Amouage Opus XVI Timber?
Opus XVI Timber honours elemental, time-honoured knowledge while looking towards wisdom yet to come, using the enduring character of woods as its central expression.