Oriental

Imagine walking into a warm bakery where vanilla pods have been slowly caramelising on a sunny windowsill. Benzoin absolute smells like honeyed sweetness with an underlying powdery softness—reminiscent of incense smoke mingled with warm amber resin. There's a subtle vanilla-like creaminess, but deeper and more complex, with hints of almond and a whisper of anise. It's comforting and slightly spiced, like holding a warm blanket infused with subtle incense.

Gourmand