The smell in short
It smells mostly sweet and coconut. Coconut and pineapple at the top, sea notes in the middle and tonka bean and sandalwood at the base.
- Came out
- 2022
- Lasts
- 3 to 6 hours
- Best in
- winter
Authentic Flame notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
Cuba Authentic Flame EDT in detail
Cuba is the house behind Authentic Flame EDT. It comes as Eau de Toilette.
Cuba perfumes worth knowing
The house has 26 perfumes here, led by Yes We Can, Variety and Red.
Authentic Flame longevity
It lasts a medium time, about 3 to 6 hours on skin. As an Eau de Toilette, it is lighter than an Eau de Parfum, so it fades sooner. Rayhaan Tropical Vibe and Clandestine Angel Heart last longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like tonka bean and sandalwood are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Sillage and projection
Projection is medium: people near you can smell it. Three or four sprays give a good balance. Rayhaan Tropical Vibe and Clandestine Angel Heart spread further.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €20. That makes it one of the more affordable picks. It costs less than Tom Ford Oud Wood and Azzaro Chrome.
Authentic Flame through the year
The best time of year to wear it is winter. It is less suited to spring. Ranked by season: winter, fall, summer and spring. If you need something for spring, Azzaro Chrome is a better fit. Its warm smell feels best when the weather is cold.
For work or for evenings
It works better in the day than at night, so it is a good pick for work, school and daily wear. For evenings, Clandestine Angel Heart has more depth.
Authentic Flame dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Tom Ford Oud Wood (5 shared notes), Rayhaan Tropical Vibe (4 shared notes), Azzaro Chrome (5 shared notes) and Clandestine Angel Heart (5 shared notes).
More questions
Can women wear Authentic Flame?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
Who would like Authentic Flame?
People who enjoy sweet and coconut smells.
When did it come out?
It came out in 2022.