Forbidden Love by Maison Alhambra is a tempest of clandestine desire, crafted for those who dare to indulge in the thrill of the taboo. Unisex and intoxicating, this scent embodies the ache of a love that burns too brightly, whispers of stolen kisses, silk-gloved hands, and secrets buried in velvet shadows.
The opening drips with black cherry’s syrupy decadence, laced with cherry liqueur’s boozy seduction, while bitter almond’s sharp edge cuts through the sweetness like a blade hidden beneath silk. The heart smolders with Turkish rose’s velvety grandeur, sambac jasmine’s narcotic cream, and plum’s bruised duskiness, weaving a floral-fruity tapestry that feels both reckless and achingly tender.
The base is a labyrinth of contradictions: cinnamon’s fiery whisper tangles with cloves’ smoky bite, softened by vanilla’s molten silk and tonka bean’s honeyed warmth. Peru balsam’s resinous tears blend with benzoin’s ambered glow, while cedar wood’s dry austerity, sandalwood’s sacred smoke, vetiver’s earthy grit, and patchouli’s primal growl anchor the chaos —a finale that lingers like a vow sworn in the dark.
Top Notes: Cherry Liqueur, Bitter Almond, Black Cherry
Middle Notes: Plum, Turkish Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Black Cherry
Base Notes: Cedar Wood, Benzoin, Cloves, Tonka Bean, Peru Balsam, Vetiver, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Patchouli
Why You’ll Love It
Decadent Gourmand Opulence
Opens with an enveloping burst of bitter almond and cherry liqueur, delivering an instantly indulgent and luxurious aura.
Floral‑Fruit Sophistication
Evolves into a refined heart where Turkish rose, sambac jasmine, and ripe plum add depth, elegance, and a captivating juiciness.
Oriental Warmth & Lasting Impact
Settles into a rich finish of vanilla, tonka bean, resinous benzoin, and warm woods for a sensorial journey that lingers with cozy, gourmand‑infused intensity.
