The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert: released in 2020, citrus, aromatic and iris, about 6h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert dupe we found is Azzaro Chrome Sport — 80% match, about $30 (estimate) versus about $50 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Azzaro Chrome Sport | 80% | about $30* (−40%) | 5h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 2 | Ortigia Sicilia Ambra Nera | 80% | about $45 (−10%) | 6h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Versace Man Eau Fraiche | 76% | about $75* (+50%) | 5h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 4 | Acca Kappa Šfarìa | 75% | about $50 | 5h vs 6h | 5/10 |
| 5 | RudRoss Citrus Molecule | 78% | about $25 (−50%) | 6h vs 6h | 5/10 |
Shares a similar crisp, citrus-forward energy that evokes the refreshing opening of Damascus Desert with a clean, sporty finish.
It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and aromatic accords with The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 1,104 community ratings.
Leans into the warm, resinous amber base found in Damascus Desert, offering a sophisticated and earthy aromatic experience.
It shares its amber, woody and earthy accords with The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 267 community ratings.
Captures a similar fresh, aromatic vibe with a woody backbone that feels reminiscent of the lighter side of Damascus Desert.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and woody accords with The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert, opens on Lemon and Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 16,528 community ratings.
Offers a clean, earthy, and slightly powdery aromatic profile that sits in the same family as the heart of Damascus Desert.
It shares its woody, aromatic and amber accords with The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert, opens on Bergamot and Lemon too, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 115 community ratings.
Focuses on the bright, zesty citrus profile of Damascus Desert, providing a minimalist and airy interpretation of the scent.
It shares its citrus, amber and aromatic accords with The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 96 community ratings.
RudRoss Citrus Molecule, at about $25 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 50% less than The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert.
RudRoss Citrus Molecule, at about 6h on skin, against about 6h for The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert.
Azzaro Chrome Sport, at 80% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert itself sells from $97.99 (100 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Azzaro Chrome Sport saves you about $30 a year against The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert. Assumes 100 ml bottles on both sides; prices are estimates.
Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. RudRoss Citrus Molecule comes closest at 6.3h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
The Merchant of Venice Damascus Desert notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-23.