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Cardamom

SpicyModerate longevity

Cardamom is the seed pod of Elettaria cardamomum, steam-distilled into an oil that smells of warm, sweet spice with a camphoraceous, almost eucalyptus edge. It's the most common 'spicy top' in oriental perfumery — the opening of Tom Ford Noir, Parfums de Marly Layton, and Penhaligon's Sartorial all rest on it. Cardamom is dose-sensitive: at low levels it's aromatic and clean, at high levels it's medicinal and curry-like.

Scent Profile

Sweet, aromatic, warm, slightly camphoraceous

Typical Use

Top-to-heart note in orientals, fougères, and gourmands; pairs with vanilla, amber, and sandalwood.

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Fragrances Containing Cardamom

No fragrances in our database currently feature Cardamom as a listed note.