cinnamon
Spicy Family
A warm, spicy, and sweet note, reminiscent of the festive season.
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Spicy
Olfactory Profile
About cinnamon
Cinnamon is a highly aromatic spice derived from the inner bark of trees from the genus Cinnamomum. It's cherished in perfumery for its distinctive warm, spicy, and sweet characteristics. Originating from Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, cinnamon has been a prized spice for thousands of years, not only for culinary uses but also in perfumery and traditional medicine. In fragrances, cinnamon adds depth and warmth, often utilized in the heart of the composition to enrich oriental, spicy, and gourmand accords.
Natural Sources
- •Cinnamomum verum
- •Cinnamomum cassia
Synthetic Alternatives
While natural cinnamon is preferred for its complex aroma, synthetic versions are available. These are often used to replicate the spicy-sweet aspect of cinnamon at a lower cost, with cinnamaldehyde being a common synthetic compound mimicking cinnamon's scent.
Perfumer's Tips
Use sparingly in the heart of a fragrance composition to add warmth and spice. It blends well with other spicy notes, sweet elements, or woody bases to create a rich, inviting depth.