Greed
Designed for lovers of dark gourmands and aromatic woods, Greed offers a mature, confident profile. The combination of rich coffee, boozy rum, and aromatic cedarwood creates an inviting aura suited for date nights, formal gatherings, and quiet winter dinners. While the house labels it unisex, early community votes lean masculine because of its dry cedarwood and sharp juniper berry top. If you enjoy fragrances that project authority without turning cloying, this release delivers a grounded balance of warm spicy cinnamon and smoky incense. It suits individuals who want a rich signature scent for chilly weather and special occasions.
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Performance Metrics
14 VOTESOpen Performance Breakdown 1 TAKE
Early community feedback places longevity firmly in the long lasting tier, reflecting 7 to 12 hours of reliable wear. Sillage votes are divided between moderate and strong, indicating noticeable projection that extends roughly an arm's length before settling into an intimate woody base.
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Greed opens with brisk juniper berry, earthy angelica, and nutmeg before revealing a heart of dark rum, roasted coffee, cinnamon, and geranium. The base settles into a rich combination of cedarwood, incense, patchouli, and ambergris, balancing fresh spicy aromatics with warm spicy and woody depths.
Main Accords
10 MAPPEDThe fragrance begins with prominent fresh spicy and aromatic accords that provide a brisk, gin-like greeting. As it warms, warm spicy cinnamon, roasted notes, and a balsamic amber perfume note emerge, creating a rich bittersweet heart. The late dry-down highlights woody, smoky, and subtle powdery accords that maintain a grounded finish.
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It looks easiest to wear in spring and summer. The vote picture leans most toward daytime.
Pros & Cons
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Composed by renowned perfumer Calice Becker
Strong 7 to 12 hour longevity supported by community votes
Unique herbal opening blending juniper berry and angelica
Bittersweet heart notes of roasted coffee and dark rum
Solid foundation of smoky incense and cedarwood
Voted good to great value for its quality
Balances fresh aromatics with warm spicy gourmand depth
Ideal scent profile for cold autumn and winter evenings
Versatile projection that works well in social settings
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Very limited community review data available
Polarizing sentiment with hate votes recorded alongside loves
Bitter angelica and nutmeg opening may deter sweet fragrance fans
Dry-down leans heavily masculine according to voter feedback
Smoky incense and patchouli base can feel heavy in warm weather
Niche brand availability makes in-person testing difficult
Not suited for casual gym or active daytime wear
High spice density might be overpowering in small enclosed spaces
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Proad Greed Editorial Review: Coffee, Angelica, and Smoky Woods”
Greed by Proad opens with an immediate contrast between brisk, herbal freshness and dry spice. Calice Becker sets a distinctive tone right from the first spray by pairing crisp juniper berry with green, musky angelica and a dash of nutmeg. The fragrance delivers an invigorating, gin-like sparkle that feels cool and dry against the skin. This aromatic burst is sharp, clean, and immediately commands attention.
As the crisp top notes soften, the composition pivots toward darker, richer territory. The heart introduces roasted coffee and boozy rum, creating a bittersweet warmth that feels both comforting and refined. Cinnamon adds a dusting of sweet heat, while geranium prevents the blend from becoming cloying by injecting a subtle, rosy freshness. As hours pass, the dry-down settles into a solid base of dry cedarwood, earthy patchouli, clean incense smoke, and the mineral saltiness of ambergris.
Over the course of a day, the progression of accords feels deliberately structured. The opening fresh spicy and aromatic accords lead the charge during the first hour, keeping the scent bright. Gradually, warm spicy cinnamon, amber, and balsamic undertones emerge to wrap the coffee notes in cozy depth. By late afternoon, the woody and smoky facets dominate, supported by a faint musky and powdery texture that lingers comfortably close to the skin.
Community performance votes currently rate the fragrance as long lasting, with wearers logging between 7 and 12 hours of total longevity. Sillage votes sit evenly split between moderate and strong, projecting an arm's length or slightly beyond without turning oppressive. This reliable projection makes it an exceptional choice for crisp autumn days, chilly winter nights, and formal evening gatherings where a rich, warming trail is welcome.
Fans of woody perfumes for men and lovers of boozy gourmands will find plenty to appreciate here. Although marketed as unisex, voter feedback trends masculine due to the prominent cedarwood, bitter coffee, and dry angelica. Perfume wearers seeking light, sugary sweetness or aquatic fresh profiles should look elsewhere. The herbal bitterness in the top and the smoky incense in the base can prove challenging for casual noses seeking easy sweetness.
Proad delivers a compelling creation that balances brisk botanical top notes with a dark, sophisticated core. Given the polarized love versus hate sentiment in community ratings and the boutique distribution, blind buying is not recommended. Sampling first is the best route to determine whether its interplay of coffee, rum, and aromatic resins matches your personal taste.
FAQs
What does Greed by Proad smell like?+
Greed by Proad smells like a rich blend of crisp juniper berries, roasted coffee, boozy rum, and smoky cedarwood. The scent opens with an aromatic, gin-like freshness from angelica and nutmeg before transitioning into warm cinnamon and coffee. In the dry-down, incense, patchouli, and salty ambergris create an earthy, resinous base that feels both warm and structured.
Is Greed by Proad long lasting?+
Yes, Greed by Proad provides long lasting performance on skin. Early community votes place its longevity in the 7 to 12 hour range, with both voters confirming solid endurance. The sturdy foundation of cedarwood, patchouli, and smoky incense ensures the deeper notes linger through an entire workday or evening event.
Is Greed by Proad for men or women?+
Greed by Proad is marketed as a unisex fragrance, though voter feedback leans masculine. The sharp juniper berry opening, bitter roasted coffee heart, and earthy cedarwood base give it a traditional barbershop and woody presence. Anyone who enjoys dry spices and dark gourmands can wear it comfortably regardless of gender.
What is Greed by Proad similar to?+
Greed by Proad shares olfactive territory with spiced coffee and boozy fragrances like Kilian Intoxicated and Maison Margiela Jazz Club. Unlike Jazz Club, Greed avoids heavy vanilla and sweet tobacco, leaning instead into dry cedarwood and incense. Intoxicated shares a spicy coffee theme but highlights cardamom rather than the herbal angelica and rum found here.
When is the best season to wear Greed by Proad?+
Greed by Proad performs best during the cooler temperatures of autumn and winter. The warming heart of cinnamon, dark rum, and roasted coffee pairs naturally with crisp air. While community season votes are spread evenly across all four seasons, the dense base of incense and patchouli can feel heavy in high summer humidity.
How does the opening of Greed by Proad compare to its dry-down?+
The opening of Greed by Proad is brisk and herbal, while the dry-down is dark, smoky, and resinous. In the initial minutes, juniper berry, angelica, and nutmeg create an energetic, fresh spicy introduction. Over several hours, those green notes fade, allowing warm coffee, boozy rum, cedarwood, and incense to dominate.
How strong is the sillage of Greed by Proad?+
The sillage of Greed by Proad is moderate to strong based on voter ratings. Wearers report that it projects an arm's length or slightly further during the first few hours of application. It creates an attractive scent bubble without becoming overwhelming when applied with standard moderation.
What occasions are best suited for Greed by Proad?+
Greed by Proad is ideally suited for date nights, evening social gatherings, and formal events. The rich combination of rum, coffee, and incense creates a sophisticated, cozy atmosphere that excels in relaxed evening environments. It can also work for creative office settings when applied with a very light hand.
Is Greed by Proad a safe blind buy?+
No, Greed by Proad is not a safe blind buy and sampling is recommended. The combination of bitter coffee, boozy rum, and herbal angelica makes it a complex, niche composition. Early voter sentiment shows a split between love and hate ratings, proving that its dry spice profile can be polarising.
Who is the perfumer behind Greed by Proad?+
Greed by Proad was composed by world-renowned perfumer Calice Becker. Becker brought an intricate balance to the 2025 release, combining aromatic top notes like juniper and angelica with dark gourmand elements and rich woody resins. Her composition provides clear transitions between the fresh opening and the smoky base.
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Dupes & Alternatives
COMMUNITY DUPESCOREWhile no official community clones are listed, Greed shares thematic similarities with Kilian Intoxicated and Maison Margiela Jazz Club. Kilian Intoxicated focuses much more on green cardamom and sweet mocha without the dry angelica top of Greed. Meanwhile, Jazz Club delivers a sweeter, vanilla-tinged tobacco warmth compared to the drier, smoky incense and cedarwood profile found in this Proad composition.
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