USA by Scented Castle

USA by Scented Castle: Unisex Leather With a Raspberry Heart

Scented Castle's latest offering, USA, is a new leather fragrance for men and women, launched in 2025. It's a spicy, fruity composition that doesn't play by the usual rules.

From the first spray, you'll notice raspberry and saffron—an unusual pairing that sets the tone for a scent that is both sweet and smoky.

The opening notes combine raspberry, saffron, and thyme. This trio is lively: raspberry gives a juicy, almost candied sweetness; saffron adds a metallic, leathery spice; and thyme provides a green, herbaceous counterpoint.

At the heart, frankincense (olibanum) and jasmine take over. The incense is resinous and church-like, while jasmine softens the otherwise masculine edge with its indolic bloom. Together they create an elegant, meditative centre.

The base is all about leather, suede, and amber. This is where the fragrance reveals its true character: a smooth, supple leather enhanced by creamy amber and a subtle animalic undercurrent. The suede note adds a powdery finish.

USA is built on accords of leather, fruity, sweet, warm spicy, amber, and animalic. This combination makes it versatile: it can be worn in cooler months, but its bright raspberry top note gives it a springlike freshness too.

With only one rating so far—a 3.0 out of 5—it's early days for USA. But that single review doesn't reflect the potential of the composition. For those willing to explore, there's a lot to admire here.

This fragrance will suit anyone who enjoys unisex leather scents with a sweet, fruity twist. If you're a fan of saffron, incense, or suede, USA is definitely worth your attention. It's also a good choice for those who want something different from mainstream freshies.

USA is a brave, characterful release from Scented Castle. It balances bright fruity top notes with a deep, animalic leather base, creating a scent that feels both modern and timeless. Given time, it could become a cult favourite.