Gourmand

Maltol smells like caramelised sugar with a whisper of toasted bread crust and ripe strawberry jam. Imagine the sweet, almost butterscotch-like aroma that rises from caramel as it turns golden, then imagine that scent threaded through with the gentle warmth of a freshly baked biscuit. There's an almost fruity undertone—reminiscent of cooked berries or boiled sweets—making it feel edible and deeply comforting. It's gourmand without being cloying; rather like the aroma wafting from a patisserie window on a cool morning.

Woody

Sandalwood smells like warm, creamy silk wrapped around your skin on a cool evening. Imagine the subtle sweetness of vanilla mixed with a gentle spice—almost peppery—alongside a soft, almost powdery dryness. There's a faint milky quality, like almond paste or coconut cream, but not fruity. It's deeply comforting, never sharp or aggressive; rather, it unfolds slowly, like the smell of an old wooden jewellery box lined with fabric, releasing its aroma only when you lean in close. Grounding and intimate.