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Tonka bean comes from the seeds of the Dipteryx odorata tree, native to Central and South America, particularly Brazil and Venezuela. Known for its rich, warm, and sweet fragrance, reminiscent of vanilla, almonds, and caramel, tonka bean is highly valued in both perfumery and flavoring. The beans are harvested after the fruit falls to the ground naturally. Once collected, the seeds are removed from the fruit, cleaned, and dried. During drying, they undergo a curing process where they develop a crystallized layer of coumarin, the compound responsible for their signature scent. This curing intensifies the bean's aromatic properties, making it a prized ingredient in fragrances. Tonka bean is a beloved ingredient in men’s fragrances, known for adding warmth, sweetness, and depth to compositions. Coumarin, the chief organic compound making up its scent, is also found naturally in various other plants, including cinnamon, lavender, and sweet clover. Its rich scent profile, often compared to vanilla, almonds, and tobacco, brings a smooth, gourmand quality that perfectly balances the sharper, spicier notes often found in masculine scents. Tonka bean works well with woods, spices, and resins, adding a creamy, sweet base that enhances the overall richness of a fragrance. It’s frequently used in oriental, amber, and fougère fragrances, giving them a comforting, sensual edge while maintaining a sense of sophistication and subtle masculinity. When I smell Tonka Bean: Ahhh, so smooth and satisfying, it’s like a wave of warmth that’s both sweet and a little spicy. There’s a richness to it too, almost like vanilla but with an earthy, almond-like edge that makes it feel less sugary. It reminds me of a blend of caramel and tobacco, with a soft, almost powdery finish. There’s something calming about it too, like wrapping yourself in a favorite sweater. It’s sweet but not overwhelming, with just enough depth to keep it masculine and intriguing. https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Jo-Malone-London/Myrrh-Tonka-42027.html

Tobacco is a plant primarily grown for its leaves, which are traditionally used in smoking products, but it also plays a significant role in perfumery. Tobacco for fragrances is harvested 70–130 days after transplanting, with different methods for various species. Virginia tobacco is picked in stages as the leaves ripen, Burley tobacco involves cutting the whole plant and curing it, and Oriental tobacco is hand-picked leaf by leaf. After harvesting, the leaves are dried to preserve their natural aromas, then fermented to enhance their olfactory qualities. Finally, the fragrance compounds are extracted through an alcohol-based process to capture the desired scent elements for use in perfumes. Tobacco is a popular material in men’s fragrances, known for its rich, warm, and slightly sweet scent that adds depth and masculinity to compositions. It is often used to evoke a sense of warmth, sophistication, and rugged elegance, making it a key note in many woody, spicy, and oriental fragrances. Tobacco blends well with notes like leather, amber, vanilla, and spices, creating a bold yet refined profile. Its ability to balance sweetness with a smoky, earthy quality makes it especially appealing in fall and winter scents, where it adds a comforting, luxurious character. When I smell Tobacco: My sample is Blonde Tobacco, it feels lighter and more refined than traditional tobacco, but it's still rich and inviting. There's a smooth, almost creamy quality to it, with subtle hints of honey sweetness blending effortlessly with a touch of smokiness. I also get woodiness, but a lighter wood, poplar or spruce maybe, very subtle, but adds depth to it. It's like sun-drenched warmth, soft dried hay, or golden leaves, on a cool day, but without such heaviness. The scent feels crisp, clean, and just a touch earthy, giving off an understated, effortless, masculine confidence. https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Parfums-de-Marly/Herod-16939.html

Hey Gents, Joe A. here with an exciting new release to talk about! This time, it's the highly anticipated addition to the Versace Eros line—Energy! As soon as I heard about it, I started saving up my allowance to grab it as soon as it hit the shelves. But then the early reviews came in, and... the excitement in the fragrance community seemed to fizzle out. I wondered why, until I started hearing those dreaded words every fragrance lover dreads: 'It's an Aventus clone.' Seriously? Not another one... So, I finally got my hands on it and made it my SOTD! Let me tell you, this is an amazing scent! It's a total citrus bomb—every kind of citrus you can imagine—but what stands out most for me is the lemon! I can also pick up notes of grapefruit, orange, and maybe even a hint of lime (even if that’s not an official note, that’s what I’m getting!) The opening does remind me of quite a few other fragrances, but Aventus wasn’t the first, second, or even third thing that came to mind. To me, this scent unfolds in two stages. The opening is bright, juicy, and energizing, lifting your spirits right away. It does fill the room, but it's enjoyable, almost giddy! After about two hours, as that initial opening fades, the underlying woods start to take center stage. The citruses and woods dominate for most of the wear afterwards. The projection starts off loud and bold but gradually softens to a more moderate, medium-to-soft level. The first fragrance that Energy reminded me of was Parfums de Marly’s Perseus, a recent release from the 'niche house with designer sensibilities.' Nope, Aventus didn’t come to mind—and that’s because Energy lacks that signature smoky birch undertone. Yes, there are woods, but they're more like clean, white woods. The next scent I thought of was CDNIM, mainly due to the lemon-heavy opening, but even that wasn’t quite right. Then there's Intense Cedrat Boise, but its mid and base deviate so much that I quickly ruled it out. In short, Energy is definitely not a clone, but it does belong to that classic 'Citrus/Woods' family!" (Hacivat, Morning Chess, Not Only Intense, PV The One Intense, Explorer, etc, etc, etc.)

My wife's favourite, it's her Birthday, no brainer. Love this one, every gentleman should have it in his collection. Longevity of 5-6 hours, great for an EDT, good sillage and projection intimate, perfect for a lunch out with the wife. Top notes are Metallic notes, Aldehydes, Cardamon, Black Pepper, Water Notes, Violet Leaf, Ginger and Neroli; middle notes are Lavender, Beeswax, Leather, Lime (Linden Blossom) and Cyclamen; base notes are Oakmoss, Honey, Woody Notes, Amber, Tonka Bean, Patchouli, Vanilla, White Musk, Myrrh, Cedar and Gurjan balsam.