Drake’s DOSAYDO Fragrance Celebrates His 40th With Cannabis And Cognac Notes
Drake is celebrating his 40th birthday with a new fragrance that brings together two unexpected ingredients: cannabis and cognac. Created in collaboration with Better World Fragrance House and October’s Very Own (OVO), the DOSAYDO fragrance arrives in a striking crimson bottle with a scent profile that blends citrus, fruit, herbs and warm woods.
The 100ml eau de parfum launches on October 24, coinciding with the Canadian superstar’s milestone birthday. While the fragrance is part of a broader retail rollout, OVO’s online offering is currently listed as a preorder, with shipping expected to begin in December.
What Does Drake’s DOSAYDO Fragrance Smell Like?
Drake’s DOSAYDO fragrance takes an unconventional approach to modern perfumery, combining bright, aromatic ingredients with notes more commonly associated with the worlds of wine and spirits.
According to OVO, the fragrance belongs to the citrus aromatic family, opening with passion fruit, white wine spritz, cannabis and clary sage oil. The combination suggests a fruit-forward introduction balanced by herbal elements, with the white wine accord adding another dimension to the composition.
At its heart, DOSAYDO features petitgrain, black pepper oil and rose oil. Petitgrain, traditionally derived from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree, is commonly used to introduce green, citrus and woody characteristics. Its pairing with black pepper and rose creates an intriguing contrast between freshness, spice and floral notes.
The base brings together cognac, white cedarwood and roasted tonka. Cognac accords are often used in perfumery to evoke the richness and warmth associated with aged spirits, while cedarwood and tonka can provide woody and sweet aromatic characteristics.
The cannabis note is particularly noteworthy, although its inclusion in the fragrance pyramid does not necessarily mean the perfume contains cannabinoids. Rather, it represents part of the scent profile described by the brand. On paper, DOSAYDO offers an interesting combination of fresh, herbal and richer ingredients. How those elements perform together on skin, including projection and longevity, remains to be determined.
A Crimson Bottle For The OVO Collaboration
Beyond its unusual fragrance composition, DOSAYDO makes a strong visual statement. The eau de parfum arrives in a translucent crimson glass globe, accompanied by a matching sculptural stand. The spherical presentation builds on the distinctive design language of Better World Fragrance House, transforming the fragrance bottle into something that resembles a decorative art object.
The deep red coloring gives the release a particularly striking appearance, while the glass stand provides a dedicated display platform rather than leaving the bottle to sit conventionally on a dresser or fragrance shelf.
The presentation continues with cream-colored outer packaging featuring the familiar OVO owl alongside Better World Fragrance House branding. The contrast between the understated exterior packaging and the bold crimson glass creates an appealing balance between restraint and statement-making design.
Offered in a 100ml (3.4-ounce) format, DOSAYDO also reflects the growing intersection between luxury fragrance and collectible design. For enthusiasts who appreciate the visual presentation of their fragrances as much as the compositions themselves, the bottle could be one of the release’s biggest attractions.
Importantly, OVO has not established that the fragrance is a numbered edition or confirmed a specific production quantity. Its appeal as a collectible should therefore be viewed through its design and collaboration rather than assumptions about future scarcity.
Where To Buy DOSAYDO Eau de Parfum
The DOSAYDO fragrance is available exclusively through October’s Very Own, according to the brand’s official product listing. Hypebeast reports that the fragrance received a limited direct-to-consumer preview on October 19 before its wider October 24 launch through OVO. The release also includes OVO retail stores, although shoppers should verify availability with individual locations.
For online customers, OVO currently lists the fragrance as a preorder, with an estimated shipping date of December 1, 2026. Shipping is limited to the United States and Canada, and the product is designated as final sale. The Canadian storefront has displayed a retail price of CAD $278, although U.S. customers should confirm their local price and checkout total directly through OVO before ordering.
With its combination of cannabis, cognac and aromatic ingredients, DOSAYDO offers an intriguing addition to the Better World Fragrance House portfolio. The crimson glass presentation adds another layer of appeal, particularly for fragrance collectors and fans of OVO’s design aesthetic.
