REVIEW: sharaf blend - zimaya

resembles angels' share by kilian

An affordable knockoff with a monster performance and the DNA of the super popular Angels' Share, that’s how we’d describe Sharaf Blend by Zimaya in one long sentence. It’s a delightful boozy scent with warm, sweet notes, perfect for the colder months. Speaking of boozy, the bottle itself gets a solid 10 from us; it looks a lot like a well-filled whiskey glass.

The scent of Sharaf Blend

The opening of Sharaf Blend is like a warm apple pie with sweet dates, a thick layer of vanilla sugar, and a splash of brandy. The same sugary energy you’d get from this special dessert is reflected in the lively opening of this fragrance. After the initial burst, you’ll subtly notice the scent of tonka beans and amberwood, which adds a touch more depth.


Top Notes: saffron, dates, nutmeg

Heart Notes: praline, vanilla, tuberose

Base Notes: tonka bean, amberwood, benzoin

The Price

As of writing this article, Sharaf Blend by Zimaya isn’t very well-known yet. That’s not surprising, since this budget-friendly knockoff has only recently been released. However, we expect it to gain popularity quickly, and prices often rise as demand increases. Below, you can find the current prices at various online stores.

Sharaf blend - zimaya
3.4 oz

Opinions online

We think Sharaf Blend will quickly gain popularity due to the positive reviews it’s receiving online. On YouTube, Reddit, and especially TikTok, more and more attention is being given to this knockoff. However, various channels point out that Sharaf Blend isn’t a 1:1 copy of Angels' Share. While it shares the same DNA, it follows its own path.


Notably, the YouTuber “Cubaknow” provides an excellent comparison of how Sharaf Blend measures up to Angels' Share. We also completely agree with his positive take on Zimaya.

We also want to highlight this TikTok review by "brutalbabychaz." She perfectly captures the scent of Sharaf Blend.

@brutalbabychaz Zimaya Sharaf Blend Eau De Parfum 100ml is a captivating fragrance that incorporates the essence of fine cognac, infusing it with a natural caramel hue. It opens with the rich aroma of cognac oil, complemented by oak absolute, cinnamon essence, and tonka bean absolute. As the fragrance lingers, you'll be enchanted by the warm and inviting notes of sandalwood, praline, and vanilla, creating a truly exquisite olfactory experience. #perfume #arabicperfumes #arabianperfume #perfumetiktok #sharafblendbyzimaya #perfumeformen #perfumeforwomen #arabperfume #dxbperfume @DXB PERFUME UK ♬ original sound - Charlene

There are already several opinions about this perfume on Reddit, and they’re all quite positive, which is pretty unusual for a critical platform like Reddit. The quality of this knockoff is especially praised. The review below best represents the general sentiment on Reddit:

Of course, we also check Parfumo and Fragrantica. On Fragrantica, the fragrance scores 4.4 out of 5, and on Parfumo, Sharaf Blend rates highly across the board.


Our take

We bought Sharaf Blend by Zimaya for about $22. We’ve been pleasantly surprised by fragrances in this price range before (like Detour Noir or Bound), but you never really know what to expect. When it comes to Sharaf Blend, we can be short and to the point: it’s quickly become one of our new favorite date night scents for the colder months, alongside Khamrah.


The opening is lively and sparkling. Many fragrances in this price range have a slightly synthetic smell, but Sharaf Blend doesn’t. The gourmand notes, paired with a touch of “booziness,” make it an excellent scent for special occasions. We probably won’t wear it around the office, though—it’s a bit too intense for that.


In terms of longevity and sillage, Sharaf Blend performs exceptionally well. By the end of the day, you can still smell it. While the projection does fade over time, you don’t have to worry about it for the first 3 to 4 hours.

Is Sharaf Blend worth it?

This fragrance puts a unique twist on Angels' Share. It’s not an exact copy but offers a fantastic, gourmand-like alternative with a delicious boozy opening. We got this perfume for 21 euros, and we’re still amazed at the quality we’ve gotten for that price. In our opinion, Sharaf Blend by Zimaya is a safe blind buy and definitely worth every dollar.

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