Description
Known for its musks, the Maison El Nabil also offers eaux de parfum in spray form. The Elixir of Dubai is one of its most gourmand creations, in the spirit of modern oriental perfumes.
This 65 ml eau de parfum, unisex, combines dried fruits, spices, frangipani, vanilla, hazelnut and amber. The result is vanilla, spicy and creamy, presented in a neat bottle with inscriptions in English and Arabic.
This El Nabil eau de parfum is worn every day as well as in the evening, by men and women alike. It will please anyone who likes warm, sweet scents; those who prefer freshness will find it intense.
At the startThe first few minutes
Dried fruits, spices.
The heartWhat you smell during the day
Frangipani, hazelnut.
The baseWhat lingers in the evening
Vanilla, amber.
Family
GourmandOriental
Worn
DaytimeEvenings out
Seasons
AutumnWinter
Eau de parfum
65 ml
Unisex
Our verdict on the Maison El Nabil Elixir of Dubai
Review written by the Air d’Orient team · Updated on 19 September 2026
We have read buyers’ feedback on the Maison El Nabil Elixir of Dubai to pick out what comes up most often, good and not so good.
The strong points
- A rich, elegant scent, vanilla and spicy, well balanced.
- A perfume that evolves: it softens on the skin over the hours.
- A pretty bottle, with inscriptions in English and Arabic.
- A unisex perfume, worn by men and women alike.
Good to know
- Uneven staying power: light on some skins, you sometimes need to respray during the day.
- A marked scent: cinnamon and pepper stand out. Worth testing if you like discreet perfumes.
Where we lean: for a gourmand, unisex oriental perfume at a small price, this is an interesting discovery. For a woodier style from the same house, see the Musc Oud below, and find all our scents in our range of oriental perfume.

Elixir of Dubai, Musc Oud, Musc Blanc or Royal Gold?
The Maison El Nabil makes its perfumes in 50 to 65 ml sprays. Here is how the Elixir of Dubai compares with the three other most popular ones.
| Fragrance | For | Style | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elixir of Dubai Maison El Nabil · 65 ml |
Unisex | Spicy gourmand | A warm perfume |
| Musc Oud Maison El Nabil · 65 ml |
Men | Woody musky | Oud lovers |
| Musc Blanc Maison El Nabil · 65 ml |
Unisex | Floral musk | A soft scent |
| Royal Gold El Nabil · 50 ml |
Unisex | Oriental amber | A house classic |
The Maison El Nabil Musc Oud combines musk with oud wood, for a darker, more masculine perfume. The Elixir of Dubai is more gourmand and rounder.
The Maison El Nabil Musc Blanc spray offers a softer, cleaner scent. It suits everyday wear and fans of discretion. The Elixir of Dubai has more character.
The El Nabil Royal Gold eau de parfum is the house’s great amber classic. It appeals to anyone who likes resinous scents. The Elixir of Dubai plays more on vanilla and spices.
Your questions about this El Nabil perfume
Is the Elixir of Dubai for men or for women?
It is presented as unisex. Its vanilla and dried fruits appeal to women, its spices and amber please men. The best thing is to try it on your own skin.
How do you make a gourmand perfume last longer?
Spray it on moisturised skin: a neutral cream holds the notes better. A spray on the scarf or collar prolongs the scent.
What is a gourmand perfume?
It is a perfume with notes that evoke pastry: vanilla, hazelnut, praline, caramel. Combined with spices and amber, it gives a warm oriental style.
Find all our scents in our range of oriental perfume.
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