Raw Materials - Birch Tar · Brotherhood Of Scent

Aug '24 (edited) • New Releases & Reviews 📝

Raw Materials - Birch Tar

Birch tar in men's fragrances is an ingredient derived from the dry distillation of birch bark, known for its intense, smoky, and leathery scent. It evokes a rugged, outdoorsy vibe, often reminiscent of campfires and aged leather. In men's perfumery, birch tar is typically used as a base note, providing depth, warmth, and longevity to the fragrance. It's particularly popular in leather and woody scents, adding a bold, masculine character, enhancing overall complexity of the scent profile. Birch tar's unique, powerful aroma makes it a key component in many classic and modern men's fragrances.

Birch tar pairs well with other robust and earthy notes such as vetiver, patchouli, and cedarwood, enhancing their natural smokiness. Birch tar is especially popular in masculine and unisex fragrances, contributing to their bold and adventurous profiles. Despite its strong presence, when balanced correctly, birch tar can also be surprisingly versatile, adding an intriguing twist to both classic and modern scent compositions.

Smelling my sample of Birch Tar: Powerful, room filling and sharp, it hits me with an immediate, smoky intensity, like stepping close to a crackling campfire on a chilly night. There's a deep, leathery richness that follows, almost as if I've walked into a room lined with old, well-worn leather jackets. As it settles, I notice a faint medicinal sharpness, something raw and earthy, reminding me of the dense forests where birch trees grow. The aroma is bold and unapologetic, with a rugged edge that feels both grounding and adventurous, transporting me to the wildness of the outdoors. Open the windows!!

(Best two I can muster for Birch Tar. As much as Creed catches flak, one can't deny the influence this pineapple/smokey birch smell has had on frag comm, and the public at large!)

https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Creed/Aventus-9828.html

https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Nasomatto/Blamage-25575.html

What say you Gents? Any experience with Birch Tar forward fragrances? What ones do you like or dislike? What ones out there would you like to try? And for you seasoned fragheads, what fragrances would you recommend to beginners? Love to hear from 'ya!

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