Woody

Oak smells like walking into a whisky distillery or an old library—think warm, dry wood with subtle sweetness and a faint vanilla undertone. It's the scent of aged wooden furniture, barrel-aged spirits, and weathered timber that's been warmed by sunlight. There's an almost leathery quality, sometimes slightly smoky, reminiscent of cedarwood but deeper and more sophisticated. It's comforting rather than fresh, with a gentle earthiness that feels established and enduring.

Woody

Imagine walking through damp earth after rain, then crushing dried autumn leaves in your hands. That's patchouli's essence: earthy, almost animalic, with a subtle sweetness lurking underneath. It smells vaguely like rich soil mixed with dried tobacco and a whisper of chocolate. There's a dark, slightly musty quality—think opening an antique wooden chest. It's grounding and intensely aromatic, never delicate. Fresh patchouli has peppery brightness; aged patchouli becomes deeper, warmer, almost leather-like.