Oud perfumes make up some of the more opulent and unique of all men’s colognes. Whether it’s woody notes you’re after—or the spicier, sweeter side of the timber—our picks of the best oud ...

As with many rare and precious materials, oud takes a long time to develop naturally; it can’t simply be planted and plucked, like other fragrance notes. Oud takes time to cook, so to speak.