Original Hawas hits you with a sharp, synthetic (in a good way) blast of apple, plum, and bergamot. The 2024 Hunters version turns down the "candy" dial and turns up the natural aquatic accord . It smells like a sea breeze crashing into a fresh fruit stand. The lemon note is zestier, less sweet. There is a distinct "ozonic" chill that the original lacked.
This article dives deep into everything you need to know about the 2024 Hunters Original iteration: the formulation changes, the performance upgrades, the packaging, and why this specific batch is causing a feeding frenzy in the fragrance community. Before dissecting the 2024 "Hunters" edition, we must respect the original. The original Hawas (by Rasasi, often colloquially referred to as "The Blue Beast") is a Eau de Parfum that broke the internet. Launched in the mid-2010s, it became the gold standard for summer scents: a nuclear-performing fusion of aquatic notes (sea breeze, water fruits), spicy cinnamon, and a rich amber-woody base. Hawas -2024- Hunters Original
The problem? Consistency. As demand skyrocketed, batch variations became a hot topic. Fragrance enthusiasts began hunting for specific “magic batches”—those with the dark purple juice, the thick oil concentration, and the 10+ hour longevity. Original Hawas hits you with a sharp, synthetic