Oud is mentioned in one of the world’s oldest written texts – the Sanskrit Vedas from India – and is a traditional ingredient in incense and perfumes. In Byredo’s capable hands it becomes Accord Oud, a men’s fragrance that blends agar with fresh leather accord, blonde woods, saffron, cinnamon and black plum. Other notes include patchouli, blackberries, rum, clary sage and powdery musk.