Batch #1 • December 2025
IFRA Approved
Cruelty Free
French Oils
Rustam
Legendary strength. Unmatched endurance.
Fresh fragrances vanish. Rustam doesn't. Enriched with 10% natural essential oils: Italian grapefruit, Indian ginger, pink pepper, and saffron. The only fresh fragrance built like a Persian hero—unstoppable.
4.9/5 from 78 verified purchases
Only 45 bottles left in this batch
What People Say
"That smells incredible—what is it?"
"You smell like power and money"
"That's the freshest woody scent I've ever smelled"
"You always smell like you're going somewhere important"
The Story
A Fragrance Born from Elegance
Pre-Launch Testing
Beta Tester Feedback
Before launching publicly, we tested Drop 001 with fragrance enthusiasts. Here's what they experienced:
Beta Tester Feedback
What They Said
"wore this to cousin's wedding in november, 3 people asked kya lagaya hai. lasted the whole event + dinner after. yaar ye badhia hai"
Rohan M.
Beta Tester
November 2025
"gave this to a perfumer friend to smell. he said it's actually good, wouldn't guess the price. citrus stays fresh for hours"
Amit K.
Beta Tester
December 2025
"made my brother beta test this. mast smell kar raha hai bhai since he started. tissue test longevity is legit"
Priya S.
Beta Tester
November 2025
Scent Profile
The Notes
Top Notes
First Impression
Heart Notes
The Soul
Base Notes
The Memory
When to Wear
Perfect For
Seasons
Time
Occasions
Experience
Performance
Longevity
10-12 hoursOpens with an explosive burst of citrus that lasts 2-3 hours before transitioning into the spicy ginger heart. The woody base emerges around hour 4 and lasts well into 10-12 hours, with the cedarwood becoming more prominent. Exceptional longevity on clothing—noticeable well into the next day.
Sillage & Projection
StrongThis is a statement fragrance. Strong room-filling projection in the first few hours—people will notice you entering a room. After hour 4, it settles to a strong personal bubble. Never disappears completely, maintaining presence throughout the day.
Versatility
Incredibly versatile despite its boldness. The citrus opening makes it office-appropriate, while the woody dry-down transitions beautifully to evening wear. Performs exceptionally in warm weather due to the fresh opening, but the woody base makes it suitable year-round.
Why House of Sultan
200+ Fragrances Tested
Perfume enthusiast with IT precision. Tested 200+ formulations before creating Drop 001. Every bottle is intentional.
Climate-Optimized for India
Engineered for 30-45°C heat and tropical humidity. Formulated to perform in Indian conditions.
Premium Materials, Honest Pricing
French oils, IFRA-approved ingredients. Luxury quality at ₹1,199 vs ₹20,000+ imports.
Expert Tips
How to Wear
Application
4-5 sprays for maximum impact: one on each wrist, one on neck, one on chest, and one on the back of the neck. For more subtle wear, 2-3 sprays on pulse points. Apply to clothing for extended longevity. The grapefruit and yuzu are volatile, so avoid over-application—let the fragrance develop naturally.
Layering
Best worn alone to appreciate its full complexity. If layering, pair with unscented moisturizer or light citrus body products. Avoid layering with other fragrances—Apex is a complete composition designed to stand alone.
Storage
Store in a cool, dark place away from heat and sunlight. The citrus notes are photosensitive and benefit from box storage. Keep away from bathrooms—humidity can affect the ginger and spice notes. Ideal storage temperature: 15-20°C.
Why Rustam?
Crafted with precision, designed for excellence
When Legends Learn to Last
World-class fragrances deserve world-class performance.
Our formulations are engineered to perform at their best in Indian weather.
European foundation:
Premium IFRA-approved oils sourced from the same suppliers as luxury European houses.
Indian enhancement:
Climate-optimized formulations with fixatives and performance molecules that thrive in our unique heat and humidity.
Premium bridge:
Non-GMO grapeseed alcohol and vitamin E tocopherol that honor both traditions with superior performance.
The result:
Premium fragrances that speak fluent Indian. Performance as intended, everywhere.
Premium Ingredients
IFRA-certified essential oils
Crafted with Excellence
30+ days maceration
Natural alcohol base
Non-GMO grapeseed