Bortnikoff - Oud Maximus

Bortnikoff Oud Maximus is one of the most celebrated releases from the house of Bortnikoff a perfume known for its ultra-rare natural ingredients, hand-crafted distillation, and a powerful presence that oud lovers dream of experiencing.

Deep, complex, and intoxicating, Oud Maximus by Bortnikoff showcases pure Thai and Laotian oud in all its richness smoky, dark, resinous, yet smooth like polished wood warmed by the sun.

If you’re exploring high-end niche perfumery where craftsmanship speaks louder than marketing, Oud Maximus Bortnikoff stands as a masterpiece. Perfect for collectors and those who appreciate oud in its most raw, authentic form.

Scent Profile

Top Notes

Bergamot, Sweet Orange, Pink Pepper, Jasmine Sambac, Cardamom

Heart Notes

Rose de Mai, Himalayan Rose, Indian Rose, Hybrid Rose, Attar Gulab, Magnolia, Frangipani, Clove, Tonka Bean

Base Notes

Indian Oud, Oud Roots Trat, Oud Purple Co Chang (Feel-oud), Oud from Sri Lanka (Feel-oud), Birch Tar, Tolu Balsam, Vanilla, Musk (Deer Musk), Civet

Performance

• Oud Maximus is a powerhouse extrait with strong projection and very long-lasting wear.
• A few sprays create a dense halo of oud, rose and smoky resins that can be felt for many hours, with the scent often clinging to clothing well into the next day.
• It’s best applied with a light hand, especially in enclosed spaces.

Best For

• Autumn and winter, and cool spring nights

• Evenings, special occasions and moments when you want a statement oud

• Oud and rose enthusiasts who enjoy natural, animalic, resin-rich compositions

• Unisex wearers (masculine-leaning) looking for a complex, artisanal oud with real depth

Fragrance Character

A unisex (masculine-leaning) fragrance decant with a rich, animalic rose–oud and amber personality. Sparkling citrus and jasmine over a huge accord of multiple rose oils and florals, all resting on a base packed with wild ouds, birch tar, tolu balsam, vanilla, musk and civet. Opulent, intense and unapologetically exotic – Oud Maximus smells like an Oud atelier filled with rare oils and rose attars.

Investment Value: Why Oud Maximus is Worth Every Drop

Bortnikoff Oud Maximus is not just a perfume — it’s an asset.
Natural oud is one of the rarest and most expensive raw materials in perfumery, sourced from aged agarwood and distilled through time-intensive processes. As supply becomes limited and demand continues to rise, oud fragrances often increase in value over time, making them a smart collector’s purchase.

What makes Oud Maximus an investment piece?

✔ Uses real artisanal oud not synthetic substitutes
✔ Limited production batches scarcity increases desirability
✔ High resale appeal among collectors & oud enthusiasts
✔ Fragrance deepens and matures beautifully with age
✔ A signature scent that stands out in any luxury wardrobe

If you want a fragrance with personality, heritage, and dark, smoky intensity, try Initio Oud for Greatness.

Why Choose Bortnikoff Oud Maximus Decant

• A practical way to experience one of Bortnikoff’s most famous oud-rose extraits before investing in a full bottle

• Perfect for collectors who appreciate high-grade naturals: multiple wild ouds, real rose attars, natural musk and civet

• Offered in 2 ml, 5 ml, or 10 ml decant sizes, ideal for slow testing, layering, or reserving for special occasions

• Lets you follow how Oud Maximus shifts from bright citrus and jasmine into a massive rose–oud heart and finally into a smoky, animalic, resinous base

• Well suited if you’re building a wardrobe of serious artisanal ouds and want one of the benchmark compositions in this style

Official / Listed Notes

Bergamot · Sweet Orange · Pink Pepper · Jasmine Sambac · Cardamom · Rose de Mai · Himalayan Rose · Indian Rose · Hybrid Rose · Attar Gulab · Magnolia · Frangipani · Clove · Tonka Bean · Indian Oud · Oud Roots Trat · Oud Purple Co Chang (Feel-oud) · Oud from Sri Lanka (Feel-oud) · Birch Tar · Tolu Balsam · Vanilla · Musk (Deer Musk) · Civet