Fragrance Note
Peruvian Balsam
Peruvian balsam (Myroxylon balsamum) is a thick resin tapped from a Central American tree, yielding a vanilla-cinnamon-balsamic aroma that anchors warm oriental compositions.
About Peruvian Balsam
Despite the name, Peruvian balsam comes from El Salvador, not Peru · historically exported through Peruvian ports, hence the misnomer. The resin is tapped from Myroxylon balsamum trees and yields a thick, sticky balsam with a complex aroma combining vanilla, cinnamon, and faint smokiness. Used as a fixative in classical and modern oriental compositions. Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille and many vintage Guerlain orientals rely on Peruvian balsam.
Common questions about Peruvian Balsam
- What does Peruvian Balsam smell like?
- Peruvian balsam (Myroxylon balsamum) is a thick resin tapped from a Central American tree, yielding a vanilla-cinnamon-balsamic aroma that anchors warm oriental compositions.
- Where does Peruvian Balsam come from?
- El Salvador (despite the name)
- Is Peruvian Balsam a top, heart, or base note?
- Base
- Which TFW fragrances feature Peruvian Balsam?
- No current TFW fragrances list Peruvian Balsam explicitly. Check the full catalogue at thefragranceworld.co.uk/shop/.