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Dahab MiN New York, released in 2014, is marketed as a unisex fragrance, rooted in the east, spicy, and wood families. Perfumer Chad Murawczyk is the author behind this composition. Dahab — a proud member of the Scent Stories collection. Concentration — eau de parfum: exactly what it needs to be.
Expect a noticeable sillage — enough to be remembered, not enough to overwhelm. This fragrance doesn't rush to leave — you can count on high longevity. the United States is where this fragrance comes from — and it shows. Dahab MiN New York unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The composition of Dahab is built as an expressive line of development, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The style of MiN New York comes through in the way notes appear and fade. Nothing here feels random, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de parfum emphasizes a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
At the note-group layer the composition is built around Drinks, Spicy, Green and Citrus. The palette also extends to Balsamic, Wood, Floral and Ambery.
In the first seconds you sense spicy sparkling first notes: Absinthe, Cinnamon, Galbanum and Lime.
In the central layer you detect Benzoin, Cypress, Frankincense and Geranium keeping a amber-incense direction.
The internal accord map rests on these accords: Balsamic, Aromatic, Citrus and Gourmet forming a compact and readable structure. Additional accords such as Floral, Musc, Wood and Amber add depth to the backdrop. The stylistic positioning is unisex, which clarifies the composition character. In longevity terms High suggests confident staying power.
Taken together Dahab sounds complete from start to finish — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the scent structures best judged in wear.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | MiN New York |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://us.min.com |
| Year of production | 2014 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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It unfolds slowly, without changing much, but a light sweetness of saffron appears in the sillage, though no sweetness is felt on the skin. The density of the fragrance creates an atmosphere where you don't want to joke around. It's more of a fragrance for deep contemplation. Over time, it gets closer to the body, softens a bit, but remains just as dark and majestic. I don't hear marine notes, but against the background of saffron and leather, there's a tart bitterness of nutmeg.
After an hour, oud appears, but it's also dark and sooty, though not as brutal as in the beginning. The peppered wood sounds calmer, almost cozy. Saffron leather is like a crumpled leaf on a heavy wooden table, recalling the bright notes that were just an hour ago. The base of the fragrance is warm, with a light tarry sweet tartness. In fact, the perfume quickly 'domesticates' and transforms from a furious beast into a calm, but still dangerous tiger.
Honestly, I expected more, considering Dahab is the most sought-after fragrance in the line. It's really good, very good! But if I had to choose between it and Barrel, I'd choose Barrel. I'll wait a bit longer and maybe add my thoughts