fragrance note

Tonka Bean

90 perfumes

Harvested from the Dipteryx odorata tree, tonka beans undergo a fermentation process to release coumarin, their aromatic soul. This note offers a complex, multi-faceted profile: warm, almond-like, and reminiscent of toasted hay, vanilla, and spiced tobacco. Primarily a base note, it provides exceptional tenacity and a creamy, balsamic depth to fragrances. In the Gulf, tonka is a prized bridge, softening the intensity of heavy oud and saffron blends, adding a sophisticated, gourmand sweetness that resonates with local preferences for opulent longevity.