Xerjoff Five UAE Exclusive: A Rose and Oud in a White Bottle, and What It Smells Like

Xerjoff Five is the rose and oud of the Xerjoff UAE Exclusive collection, a white-bottled perfume that Xerjoff says is "deeply rooted in the art of Arabic perfumery". Saffron, pink pepper, coriander, bergamot and dried fruit open it, rose, oud and a touch of caramel form the heart, and tonka, vanilla, cedarwood, oakmoss, ambergris and white moss sit underneath. Rose and oud is one of the most searched pairings in perfume, with "rose oud perfume" drawing around 16,000 US searches a month on Google Keyword Planner and rising. This guide explains what Five smells like, how Xerjoff frames it, and how it differs from its white sibling, Four.

What is Xerjoff Five?

Five is number five of the seven perfumes Xerjoff created in honour of the United Arab Emirates. The house presented the collection at Beautyworld Middle East in Dubai in late October 2025 and released it in December, timed for Eid Al Etihad, the UAE's National Day. Each of the seven takes a colour from the national flag, and Five is one of the two white bottles. Xerjoff titles its product page "a Dubai boutique exclusive".

Xerjoff describes Five as a fusion of "oriental, spicy and floral elements", a mix of "delicacy and depth, light and darkness". It names the classic combination of rose and oud as the thread that "connects Five to the history and culture of the country it is dedicated to". You can see how Five fits among the other six in our guide to the Xerjoff UAE Exclusive collection.

What does Xerjoff Five smell like?

It opens warm and spiced, blooms into rose, and settles into a soft, ambery base.

Stage	Notes	What they bring
Top	Dried fruit, coriander, saffron, pink pepper, bergamot	A spiced, slightly jammy opening with a citrus lift
Heart	Rose, caramel, oud	The rose and oud pairing, softened by a hint of sweetness
Base	Tonka bean, cedarwood, vanilla, oakmoss, ambergris, white moss	Warm and smooth, with a mossy dryness

Saffron sits at the top with pink pepper and coriander. It gives a leathery, honeyed warmth that is a hallmark of Middle Eastern perfumery and prepares the way for the rose.

Rose and oud meet in the heart. Rose is bright and sweet, oud is dark and woody, and each balances the other. Our guide to rose and oud perfume explains why the pairing has lasted for centuries and what makes Taif rose special.

Caramel is the surprise. Xerjoff places it in the heart beside the rose and oud, where it adds a soft, golden sweetness rather than a dessert note.

Oakmoss and white moss in the base keep the finish from turning too sweet. They add a dry, slightly green depth under the tonka and vanilla.

"The classic combination of rose and oud connects Five to the history and culture of the country it is dedicated to." (Xerjoff)

Why rose and oud for the UAE?

Rose and oud have been blended together in Arabian perfumery for centuries, long before European houses built perfumes around them. That is the connection Xerjoff draws. In its own words, Five is "a harmonious scent with an olfactory signature which is deeply rooted in the art of Arabic perfumery".

Fragrantica's coverage of the launch puts it the same way, describing a perfume that "finds its soul in the timeless pairing of rose and oud, the symbols of the region's heritage". What makes Five Xerjoff's own take is everything around that core: the saffron and dried fruit on top, the caramel in the heart, and the mossy base. If you are new to oud itself, our guide to what oud is explains the material.

Xerjoff Five vs Xerjoff Four: the two white bottles

Five and Four share the white flacon, but they go in different directions.

	Xerjoff Five	Xerjoff Four
Glass	White	White
Character	Spiced rose and oud	Date gourmand
Top	Dried fruit, coriander, saffron, pink pepper, bergamot	Dates, Pomarose, North African chamomile
Heart	Rose, caramel, oud	Bitter almond oil, cypriol oil, Somalian olibanum oil
Base	Tonka, cedarwood, vanilla, oakmoss, ambergris, white moss	Saffron accord, labdanum
Oud listed	Yes	No

Both carry saffron, but Five uses it as a spice in the opening while Four keeps it for the base. Choose Five if you want rose and oud, and Xerjoff Four if you want something sweeter and more resinous built around dates.

Another rose and oud made for the Emirates

Xerjoff is not the only house to answer the UAE with rose and oud. Roja United Arab Emirates also pairs rose with oud, with bergamot, Rose de Mai, jasmine and clove leading into agarwood. Five is spicier at the top and sweeter in the heart, with its caramel and dried fruit, while the Roja leans more floral. If you are deciding between two UAE tributes, that is the main difference.

The white flacon

Five shares its frosted white glass with Four. White is one of the four colours of the UAE flag, and the seven bottles between them use all four: red for One, green for Two and Three, white for Four and Five, black for Six and Seven. The shape is Xerjoff's own, faceted and topped with a tall gold cap, with a gold "X" plaque and a gold numeral 5. Brushstrokes painted across the glass are meant, in Xerjoff's words, to mimic the moving sands of the desert.

How to wear Xerjoff Five

Rose and oud reward a light hand. Two sprays on the neck and one on the wrist carry Five through an evening, and the saffron opening is at its brightest in the first half hour. In warm weather, spray it on clothing rather than skin so the caramel and oud stay soft. Five pairs naturally with formal dress and gold jewellery, and it is a considered choice for weddings, Eid gatherings and dinners where the room expects something rich.

Who Xerjoff Five suits

Five is for people who want a rose that feels rich rather than delicate. It works well if you:

1. Already love rose and oud and want a spicier, warmer version.
2. Like saffron and want it upfront rather than hidden in the base.
3. Want a perfume for formal evenings, weddings and celebrations.
4. Prefer a finish that stays smooth and mossy rather than smoky.

Five, to us, is an autumn and winter evening perfume for occasions where you want to be noticed. Two sprays are plenty at first.

Five and the rest of the collection

If you like Five, look at its neighbours. Xerjoff Six is the collection's smoky bakhoor tribute, and our guide to Xerjoff Six explains it in full. Xerjoff Two also lists oud, paired with passion fruit, osmanthus and leather. For more bottles made for Dubai and the Emirates, see our article on Dubai exclusive perfumes.

Also in this series: our guide to Xerjoff Two, the fruity green oud.

Also in this series: our guide to Xerjoff Four, the date perfume.

Also in this series: our guide to Xerjoff Three, the bright daytime floral.

Buying Xerjoff Five from Parfum Central

Parfum Central carries Xerjoff Five in 100 ml at AED 2,700. We check the batch code on every bottle, buy only from reputable suppliers, and ship it in its original packaging, insured by DHL Express from Dubai to 130+ countries in 3 to 5 business days. Browse Five alongside the other six numbers in our Dubai Exclusives collection.

Frequently asked questions

What does Xerjoff Five smell like?

Xerjoff lists dried fruit, coriander, saffron, pink pepper and bergamot on top, rose, caramel and oud in the heart, and tonka bean, cedarwood, vanilla, oakmoss, ambergris and white moss in the base. It opens spiced, blooms into rose and oud, and dries down warm and mossy.

Is Xerjoff Five a rose oud perfume?

Yes. Xerjoff names the classic combination of rose and oud as the heart of Five and the link to the history and culture of the UAE.

What is the difference between Xerjoff Five and Xerjoff Four?

Both come in white flacons. Five is a spiced rose and oud. Four is a gourmand built around dates, almond and olibanum, and it does not list oud.

Is Xerjoff Five sweet?

Lightly. Caramel, tonka and vanilla add sweetness, but saffron, pink pepper, coriander and oakmoss keep it from becoming sugary.

Is Xerjoff Five for men or women?

Both. Xerjoff does not aim Five at men or women, and our listing is unisex.

When was Xerjoff Five released?

Five arrived with the rest of the UAE collection: shown at Beautyworld Middle East in Dubai in October 2025 and released in December 2025 for National Day.

Where can I buy Xerjoff Five?

You can order the 100 ml bottle from Parfum Central for AED 2,700. We ship from Dubai with insured DHL Express: 30 AED inside the UAE, 88 AED to 130+ other countries, delivered in 3 to 5 business days.

How do I wear Xerjoff Five?

Start with two sprays on the neck and one on the wrist. In warm weather, spray it on clothing so the rose, oud and caramel stay soft.

The short answer

Xerjoff Five is the white-bottled rose and oud of Xerjoff's UAE Exclusive collection: saffron and dried fruit on top, rose, oud and caramel in the heart, and a warm, mossy base of tonka, vanilla and ambergris. It is Xerjoff's nod to the oldest pairing in Arabic perfumery, made for evenings and occasions. If that is the rose you have been looking for, you can find Xerjoff Five at Parfum Central, shipped worldwide from Dubai.