Khamrah Waha by Lattafa is the boldest reinvention yet of the world-famous Khamrah line. Waha means oasis in Arabic, and that is precisely the idea: perfumer Jordi Fernandez has taken the plush, sweet DNA that made Khamrah a phenomenon and poured cool water over it. Released in 2026, this is Khamrah for daylight, a fresh, aquatic-tinged composition that still melts into that signature warm, sweet base.
The Scent Journey
The Opening
The opening sparkles. Bergamot and sharp Japanese yuzu bring a crystalline citrus lift, while juniper adds a gin-like coolness and ginger provides a gentle prickle of spice. It is bright, clean and instantly refreshing, a world away from the boozy warmth of the original Khamrah.
The Heart
The heart is the oasis itself. Crisp cucumber and a breath of sea salt keep things dewy and cool, while iris lends a refined, slightly powdery elegance and sage adds an aromatic herbal edge. It is a genuinely unusual heart for an Arabian house, and it works beautifully.
The Dry Down
Then the Khamrah genes emerge. Akigalawood brings its peppery, patchouli-like warmth, and tonka bean, vanilla and Ambrofix fold the freshness into a soft, sweet amber glow. Musk smooths the finish, leaving a scent trail that is warm and inviting without ever feeling heavy.
Fragrance Notes
Top notes: Bergamot, Yuzu, Juniper, Ginger
Heart notes: Cucumber, Iris, Sage, Sea Salt
Base notes: Akigalawood, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Ambrofix, Musk
Longevity and Performance
Khamrah Waha wears for a comfortable seven to nine hours, opening with lively projection before settling into a warm, fresh-sweet aura. It is more polite than the original Khamrah, which makes it far easier to wear generously. Four or five sprays give a full day of quiet confidence.
When to Wear It
This is the Khamrah you can wear in warm weather. Spring days, summer evenings and stuffy offices all suit it perfectly, and the sweet base means it does not disappear when the temperature drops either. If you have ever wished Khamrah worked in July, Waha is the answer.
Lattafa Perfumes is the Dubai fragrance house behind some of the most talked-about scents of the decade. By pairing world-class perfumers with fearless creative direction and honest pricing, Lattafa has built a catalogue that fragrance lovers genuinely collect, and the Khamrah line sits at its very heart.
Frequently Asked Questions
How different is Waha from the original Khamrah?
Very different in the opening, surprisingly familiar in the base. The first hours are fresh, citrusy and aquatic, then it warms into a softer take on the classic sweet Khamrah dry down.
Is Khamrah Waha unisex?
Yes. The freshness leans slightly masculine, but the sweet vanilla base keeps it fully wearable for everyone.
Is it good for summer?
Excellent. It was designed precisely to bring Khamrah's character into warm weather.
Who created Khamrah Waha?
Givaudan perfumer Jordi Fernandez, the nose behind several of Lattafa's most modern releases.
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Final Thoughts
Khamrah Waha is a clever, confident evolution of a legend. Fresh where the original is rich, cool where it is cosy, yet unmistakably part of the same family. For Khamrah devotees it is an essential addition, and for newcomers it is the most versatile entry point the line has ever had.