Native to Apar in India, cardamom is a reed-like plant whose green or black capsules contain seeds with a camphoraceous, aromatic scent. Introduced to Europe by Alexander the Great, who brought it back from India, the “queen of spices” quickly found its place in royal gastronomy. Mentioned in the apothecary accounts of the House of Savoy, dating back to the 14th century, its recent use in perfumery gives the top notes a distinctive vibration, an explosion of freshness that warms the skin. To achieve this, you only have to smell cardamom.
Perfume components:
Cardamom, lavender, cedarwood, patchouli, frankincense