Cuban Latte by Surrati Review – Is It Worth It?
Cuban Latte by Surrati is a coffee-forward gourmand fragrance built around creamy vanilla, caramel warmth and a soft woody-musk base. It’s aimed at people who want a cosy, café-style scent profile that feels comforting and wearable — especially in cooler UK weather — without needing a sharp fresh opening.
Quick Verdict Box
Who it’s for:
Coffee-vanilla lovers who enjoy warm, comforting gourmands with a smooth, slightly musky finish.
Who should skip:
Anyone who dislikes sweet scents, prefers fresh citrus/aquatics, or wants very loud projection.
Best season:
Autumn and winter (and chilly spring evenings in the UK).
Brand & Fragrance Overview
Surrati is a Saudi fragrance house with a strong presence in Middle Eastern perfumery, often focusing on rich, long-wearing styles. Cuban Latte is sold as an extrait de parfum in a 150ml format and is made in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, positioned as a unisex scent with a warm gourmand profile.
Scent Profile Breakdown
Opening
The opening is creamy and aromatic, driven by coffee and vanilla. It’s more “latte foam” than bitter espresso — smooth, sweet and immediately cosy.
Heart
As it settles, Cuban Latte develops a caramel-and-suede heart. The caramel brings warmth and sweetness, while the suede adds a soft, slightly textured feel that stops it becoming too syrupy.
Dry Down
The dry down turns warmer and more grounded, with roasted woods and musk giving the fragrance a subtle depth and a skin-hugging finish.
Performance Review
Longevity
Being sold as an extrait de parfum, Cuban Latte is marketed as long-lasting. In practical terms, expect good wear for a gourmand in typical UK conditions, with the sweetest notes softening over time rather than disappearing quickly.
Projection
Projection is best described as noticeable at close range, particularly early on when the coffee-vanilla accord is strongest. If you prefer quieter scents, apply lightly.
Sillage
Sillage tends to be gentle to moderate — more “inviting trail” than room-filling. This suits the comforting, cosy theme.
When & Where to Wear It
Seasons (UK climate-aware)
This is at its best in autumn and winter. Cold air helps the creamy notes feel comforting rather than heavy.
Day vs Evening
Works for both, but it shines most in relaxed settings: weekends, casual daytime wear, or evenings where you want something warm and approachable.
Casual vs Formal
Best for casual to smart casual. It can work dressed up, but it’s fundamentally a comfort-led gourmand rather than a formal “suited” scent.
Who Will Love This Fragrance
- People who enjoy coffee, vanilla and caramel in fragrance
- Gourmand fans who want something cosy rather than intensely sugary
- Anyone building a colder-weather rotation with a comforting signature
Who Might Not Enjoy It
- Fresh-fragrance loyalists (citrus, aquatic, “blue” styles)
- Those sensitive to sweet notes
- Anyone who wants a very dry, sharp, or minimalist scent profile
Comparisons
If you like warm coffee-vanilla gourmands, you may enjoy Cuban Latte’s scent direction — creamy at the top, smoother and warmer through the middle, and softly musky in the dry down. (It’s not a bitter coffee scent; it’s more latte-style and comfort-focused.)
Value for Money
For UK buyers, Cuban Latte’s value comes from the combination of extrait concentration and generous 150ml size, which is unusual at this price point compared with many gourmand options. If you wear sweet comfort scents often, the cost-per-wear can be strong.
Final Verdict
Cuban Latte by Surrati is a smooth, cosy coffee gourmand that does exactly what the name suggests: creamy coffee and vanilla up top, caramel warmth in the heart, and a soft woody-musk base that keeps it wearable. If you want a comforting cold-weather scent with café-style sweetness, it’s a solid choice — but if you dislike gourmands or need something very fresh and airy, it’s one to skip.
